As the church approaches the end of its liturgical year, Jose Oros, SJ reflects how each is called to examine their priorities. Christ is King of the whole universe—but also our hearts and lives. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
“Is the king of the universe, the king of our hearts?
Hi, I’m José Oros, and this is my One-Minute reflection.
In the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, the Church marks the end of the liturgical year – a kind of spiritual New Years. It invites us to reflect: how is God calling us to change?
In the Gospel, Jesus is not on a throne, but on the cross—crucified between two criminals.
In the last moments of his life, one thief turns to Him and says, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.”
In his weakness, that thief gives Jesus authority—not just as King of the Universe, but as King of his heart.
In approaching the end of the liturgical new year, “How is the Lord asking you to hand over control of the kingdom in your heart?”