Reflection From

Our Pastor

September 27, 2026

On this 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, the Church presents to us in the parable of the two sons a simple yet profound teaching. A father asks his two sons to go and work in his vineyard. The first responds with a firm "no," but later, filled with regret, sets out to work. The second responds with great courtesy and promptness, "Yes, sir, I will go," but never sets foot in the field.

This word of Christ invites us to make a sincere examination of conscience regarding the consistency between our words and our actions. In the Christian life, good intentions and polite responses are not enough; what transforms the heart and conforms us to the Father's will is concrete obedience driven by love.

Jesus addresses this parable to those who felt secure in their own religious righteousness, yet kept their hearts closed to conversion. In contrast, those who acknowledged their faults were able to open themselves to grace and change their course.

God does not seek perfect speeches or empty promises; He seeks hearts ready to be shaped. May this celebration be an opportunity to ask ourselves: Does my faith resemble that of the son who says "yes" with his lips but does not act, or am I willing to repent and respond today to His invitation in the Lord's vineyard?

Let us ask Jesus Christ to open our hearts so that we may always be open to His will.

Amen.

Father Cárdenas

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