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Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi reflects on Gospel teachings
Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi provides a reflection on the Gospel, focusing on the metaphor of Jesus as the 'bridegroom'. He explains that by using this term, Jesus identifies himself as the Lord, drawing on Old Testament parallels where God is compared to a bridegroom to His people.
The reflection emphasizes that having Jesus present should bring peace and joy to the hearts of disciples. It also touches upon the importance of fasting not merely as a rule, but as a meaningful spiritual practice.
Additional religious reflections address the importance of reconciliation and community within the Christian faith. This includes the necessity of approaching others with courage and humility to act as instruments of truth and justice, rather than seeking to exclude others from the community.