The Gospel of Luke is called the Gospel of Mercy, and today’s passage reveals why. When Jesus healed the bent woman on the Sabbath, He showed that mercy never rests. The Lord of the Sabbath Himself chose compassion over rigidity, revealing that the purpose of God’s law is not to bind, but to free.

Fr. Anthony reflects on Mark 1:40-42, where Jesus heals a leper with a simple yet powerful response: "I do choose. Be made clean." No matter how broken or burdened by sin we may feel, Christ is always ready to heal us. Learn how to approach Him with trust and receive the cleansing mercy He longs to give.

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042426.cfm