Archbishop Charles Scicluna has called on people to trust in God’s guidance for humanity, comparing divine direction to following a manufacturer’s instructions for a product.
“When you buy something, you always trust the creator of the product to give you guidance on how to use it without wasting time. In the same way, one should listen to one’s creator, to God, to guide them in life,” Monsignor Scicluna said during a special interview on RTK103’s Għal Kulħadd presented by Christine Delicata.
The Archbishop emphasised that society must care for itself rather than destroy itself, insisting the Church’s voice should be “a friendly voice” that always delivers a message of goodness, even when the final choice belongs to others.
Monsignor Scicluna highlighted the Church’s recent achievements, including the baptism of 20 adults during the Easter Vigil and the election of a new Pope during the Jubilee Year. He expressed particular satisfaction at the hundreds of young Maltese and Gozitans who attended Jubilee activities.
Digital environment ‘most dangerous’
The Archbishop issued a stark warning about online threats, declaring the digital environment “the most dangerous” due to increasing victims of cyberbullying and photographic exploitation. He stressed that whilst social media and digital platforms are not inherently evil, young people must develop critical thinking skills to use them properly.
“We’re seeing victims stripped of their dignity through digital tools,” he said, calling on everyone to help create a safer society.
Addressing the role of Church media, Newsbook Malta and RTK103, Monsignor Scicluna emphasised these platforms must first listen before becoming the voice of the voiceless, serving as reliable news sources amid rising misinformation.
Advent gift: Time for reflection
The Archbishop acknowledged that modern life has become extremely rushed, with people barely having time to hear themselves, let alone others. He urged people to dedicate moments to themselves during Advent, whether in the countryside, gardens, or on rooftops and balconies.
“The gift we can give ourselves for the coming Christmas is time for ourselves,” he said, encouraging everyone to find calm moments for reflection.
Ahead of this weekend’s Dar tal-Providenza fundraising marathon, Archbishop Scicluna urged all to contribute what they can, describing the home as “a monument to solidarity.”
Source: Newsbook.com.mt
Article written by Jurgen Balzan
