During his Sunday Angelus address, Pope Francis reflected on Jesus’ first miracle at the Wedding at Cana, emphasizing how God goes above and beyond to meet human needs. “He wishes to celebrate with us,” Pope reminded the faithful, highlighting that when we face scarcity, the Lord’s response is always abundant.
The address centered on the Gospel of John, which recounts how Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding feast after His mother, Mary, interceded on behalf of the hosts. Pope described this event as a summary of Jesus’ mission and a fulfillment of prophetic visions, referencing Isaiah and Amos, who foretold that the Messiah would prepare “a banquet of choice wines.”
Pope Francis noted that this Gospel passage reveals two key themes: lack and superabundance. Mary’s observation, “They have no wine,” represents humanity’s needs and limitations. In contrast, Jesus’ response—turning water into an overwhelming supply of excellent wine—symbolizes God’s abundant generosity.
“The sign of God is abundance,” Pope Francis declared, explaining that God always responds to human needs not sparingly but with overflowing grace and blessings.
Pope extended this message to the struggles of daily life, acknowledging that people often find themselves without “wine” at their personal “banquets.” Worries, fears, and evil forces can rob individuals of joy, hope, and meaning. However, Pope Francis assured that in these moments of lack, “the Lord abundantly pours out His love, bringing into our lives the wine of the Holy Spirit, which is the wine of joy and hope.”
Although it may seem paradoxical, he explained, the more we lack, the more generously God responds, because “the Lord wants to celebrate with us.”
Pope Francis concluded by encouraging the faithful to turn to the Virgin Mary for intercession. In this Jubilee Year, he urged everyone to rediscover the joy of encountering Christ and to trust in God’s superabundant love and mercy.
The Angelus message serves as a reminder that even in times of scarcity and struggle, God’s love is infinite and His blessings overflow for those who seek Him.