Pope Francis’ Catechesis – April 2, 2025

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Pope Francis

Pope Francis continued the second section of his cycle of catechesis on "Jesus Christ our Hope," as part of the Jubilee 2025, on encounters with Christ in the Gospels. This week, he reflected on Zacchaeus' practical efforts to encounter Jesus, writing that "When you have a strong desire, you do not lose heart. You find a solution. Zacchaeus, just like a child, climbs a tree."

"Quick, come down!" A reflection on the life-changing encounter of Jesus and Zacchaeus

Thursday, October 31, 2019

Julian Paparella

Julia Paparella reflects on the story of Zacchaeus, the tax collector who climbed a tree in order to see Jesus, and what meaning it has for our own lives.