Homily for the Memorial of Saint Pius of Pietrelcina

In response to reports that His family members were searching for Him, Jesus declared that His true family consists of "those who hear the Word of God and act on it." He desires to relate to us as part of His family, calling us His brothers and sisters and inviting us to belong to His spiritual family. The pathway to becoming part of His family is quite simple: we must hear the Word of God and apply it in our everyday lives.

Throughout His life and ministry, Jesus was intensely focused on God's Word and His will. His deep understanding and commitment to this Word influenced everything He said and did. The Gospel of John even describes Jesus as the Word made flesh.

As Christians, we are called to listen to God's Word and put it into action in all aspects of our lives. The transformative power of God's Word motivates us to become more like Jesus. If we truly listen to God's Word and allow it to shape us, we are regarded as brothers and sisters of Jesus, our Lord.