p. Enzo Fortunato - Commento al Vangelo del 6 aprile 2026

April 5, 2026·10 min·1 clip

Women find Jesus' tomb empty, while soldiers are bribed to say disciples stole the body.

The episode opens with Father Enzo Fortunato greeting listeners and immediately directing attention to Mary, mother of Jesus, inviting reflection on her emotional experience upon learning of the resurrection. He sets a communal, prayerful tone, mentioning he is at a friend's house where they have blessed the home, a common Easter season practice. The host introduces the concept of 'Settimana in Albis,' explaining its origin from the white garments worn by newly baptized Christians throughout the week after Easter. He then reads the Gospel passage from Matthew 28:8-15, which describes the women discovering the empty tomb, Jesus appearing to them, and the soldiers being bribed by chief priests to spread a lie that the disciples stole the body. From this reading, Father Fortunato extracts three main reflections. First, he connects the Gospel's 'great lie' to contemporary issues of fake news and deception, stating that Satan is the 'father of lies' and that spreading falsehoods aligns with darkness. Second, he emphasizes Jesus' command 'Do not be afraid,' arguing that living in truth and light eliminates fear. Third, he references Bishop Antonino Bello, describing how the bishop taught to view global suffering, injustice, and wars as 'birth pangs' that ultimately lead to the 'day of resurrection' and new life. The episode concludes with Easter wishes, a blessing for those named Vincenzo on Saint Vincent Ferrer's day, and personal announcements about a documentary on Padula and plans for 'Pasquetta' (Little Easter). Throughout, the format is a solo commentary interspersed with direct address to the audience, prayers, and practical notes.

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