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Open a book of Scripture and read at your own pace. The Gospels are a helpful place to begin.
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ENCOUNTER · GROW IN FAITH
Who is Jesus Christ?
Begin with Jesus, the heart of the Gospel and of Christian life.
Begin here
For Catholics, Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God who became truly human. His life shows us the Father’s love and calls us to conversion—a turning of our hearts and lives toward God.
In the Gospels, we encounter Jesus teaching, healing, forgiving, praying, and welcoming people. His death and Resurrection are at the heart of Christian hope. Following him means receiving his grace and learning to love as he loves.
A Gospel is an account of Jesus’ life, teaching, death, and Resurrection. Reading a short passage is a good way to begin getting to know him. Notice what he says and does, how people respond, and what invitation the passage offers you.
Take one small step
- Read Luke 10:25–37 in the online Bible.
- Notice one action or word that stands out.
- Ask Jesus to help you respond to someone’s need today.
Pause and reflect: What do Jesus’ actions reveal about God’s love and the way you are called to live?
An Augustinian connection
The Augustinian search for God is centered on Christ. Our life of prayer and fraternity seeks to make his love visible in the way we live together.
Discover our way of lifeChurch teaching: Catechism, paragraphs 430–455. Scripture for reflection: Luke 10:25–37.
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Jesus Christ, the Son of God
Holy See · Catechism
Explore the meaning of the name Jesus and the Church’s profession of faith in him.
Compendium of the Catechism
Holy See
Explore Catholic teaching in a concise question-and-answer format. Follow the section headings to the topic you want to understand.
AUGUSTINIAN SPIRITUAL FRIENDSHIP
Could Oblate life be your next step?
Deepen your prayer, grow in community, and share in the monastery’s spiritual life while living your own vocation and responsibilities. Explore the Augustinian Oblate path and begin a conversation with the monastery about discernment and formation.
These learning resources are open to everyone. An inquiry begins a conversation about the Oblate path.