The vigil anticipates the feast of St. Matthew, apostle and evangelist. Matthew, a former tax collector, responded to Christ’s call with immediate obedience, leaving behind worldly gain to proclaim the Gospel — a transformation that demonstrates the power of Christ to redirect lives toward God’s kingdom.
As we anticipate his feast, we are invited to examine what we ourselves hold back from God. The vigil reminds us that faithful discipleship requires openness, repentance, and joyful willingness to serve; let us follow Christ’s call with eagerness and trust in His guidance.
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