“My soul magnifies the Lord” (Luke 1:46).

The seed falling on good soil refers to the person who hears the word and understands it: this person bears fruit and yields plentifully (Mt. 13: 23).

“As you go, proclaim this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’ […] Freely you have received, freely give.”  (Mt 10:7–8)

Stay with us, for it is nearly evening (Lk 24:29).