Anba Kyrillos Metropolitan of Milan

During one visit to the cloister where Anba Kyrillos serves as Metropolitan of Milan, I witnessed an unforgettable moment that deeply impacted my faith journey. Feeling overwhelmed and troubled, I was holding onto my solitude tightly, hiding my struggles from everyone around me. It felt as though no one noticed my pain except myself. Suddenly, a young man greeted me with kindness, and shortly after, our spiritual father appeared. He told me he had seen me passing by and seemed to understand everything I was going through. This moment reminded me of how God, through His servants, quietly watches over us and supports us even when we feel completely alone. What struck me most was the reminder that our human weaknesses and struggles are seen by God - not to shame us, but to use these challenges for greater spiritual growth and transformation. Anba Kyrillos’ humility and compassion demonstrated how God works through ordinary people with imperfections to bring about healing and hope. Reflecting on this experience, I realize how much faith depends not on flawless virtue but on embracing our vulnerabilities and trusting that God uses them beautifully in our lives. This story at the cloister with Anba Kyrillos encouraged me to open up about my struggles and seek support, knowing that I am never truly alone. It is a powerful lesson for anyone facing hardships: to find strength not by hiding pain but by allowing God's presence and love to guide us through it.