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Discover how Jesus's teachings guide us to freedom and joy through daily acts of faith and consistency in today's Gospel reflection by Father Pinto Paul.

Today's Gospel: Matthew 5:17-19

“I have come not to abolish but to fulfill.”
It’s easy to hear “rules” and think “restrictions.” But Jesus reminds us that God’s laws aren’t meant to limit us—they’re meant to lead us into freedom and love.
 
In a world that often dismisses faith as a list of “noes,” our children are watching how we live. They learn what faith truly means not from what we say, but from what we do. When they see us pray, choose honesty, offer forgiveness, or serve others, they begin to understand: God’s commandments are a path to joy, not a burden.
 
You don’t have to be a perfect family—just a faithful one. Every small effort matters. Gathering for prayer, attending Mass together, talking about faith at dinner, modeling kindness—these moments plant seeds that God will nourish in His time.

 

Ponder:

How can I model joyful obedience for my children this week?

 

Pray:

Jesus, help me to live my faith with consistency and joy. Let my children see Your love reflected in my choices.

 

Pray Together:

Pick one commandment to focus on this week (e.g., kindness, honesty). Discuss practical ways to live it out and share how you saw God at work.

 


March 11

Copyright 2026 Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C.

 

About the Author

Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C.

Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C.

Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C., Ph.D., serves as the International Director of Holy Cross Family Ministries (HCFM). In this role, he provides leadership and support to HCFM ministries in 18 countries across 6 continents, helping advance the mission of strengthening family prayer, faith formation, and spiritual life around the world. Originally from Kerala, India, Father Pinto spent ten years as a missionary in Tripura with the Northeast Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Before his appointment as International Director, he served as Special Assistant to the President of Holy Cross Family Ministries. He also ministered for six years in Campus Ministry at Stonehill College, accompanying students in their faith formation, leadership development, and spiritual growth.