Writings and reflections
Jesus’s words “I have called you friends” introduce a reflection on God’s love and the meaning of Christian friendship.
Jesus’ words to his disciples in the Gospel of John guide this reflection on friendship with Christ. The text connects God’s love with the lives of the young people and their families, recalling the prayer of the first disciples and Eastern Christian liturgical tradition.
The meditation explores friendship through knowledge, self-giving and a shared will. Drawing on Scripture and the teaching of Joseph Ratzinger, it presents the relationship with Christ as a journey of freedom, redemption and joy to be lived in everyday relationships.
The complete original document is available in Italian.
