“Prepare the way of the Lord; make His paths straight.” (Luke 3:4)

John the Baptist fulfilled the words of the prophet Isaiah as the voice in the wilderness who heralded the coming of the Saviour. (Is 40:3) Through John’s hands, Jesus received the baptism of repentance and began His public ministry of spreading the Good News.

Jesus’ evangelization ministry was carried out primarily by word of mouth. Two of John the Baptist’s disciples asked Jesus, “Teacher, where are you staying?” Jesus answered, “Come and see.” (Jn 1:39)

Many non-believers see the genuine joy and the selfless love in the lives of catholic friends and family and become inspired to join the Church. Jesus needs our hand. “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” (Jn 13:35)

Jesus, please grant us the strength to be your faithful witness.