Father Anthony reflects on the urgency and tenderness of John 7:37–39, set on the final and greatest day of the feast, when Jesus suddenly cries out above the noise of ritual and crowds: “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink.” It is a startling invitation—not to effort, observance, or mastery, but to thirst itself—as if longing were the doorway God has been waiting to open.

Father Anthony reflects on Jesus’ strong words to the scribes and Pharisees from this passage from Matthew. Are we living out true justice, mercy, and faith, or merely focusing on outward appearances? Learn how to align your heart and actions in authentic love for God and neighbor.

In this first episode of "Jubilee Journey Through Lent," Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC invites us to embrace Lent as a hope-filled season of transformation, using prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to anchor ourselves in Christ, deepen our faith, and prepare for the joy of Easter.