Das coisas que me fazem mais homem,
a que mais me incomoda
é a prática de abraçar a crítica.

Of the things You’ve been teaching me, oh Christ,
that’s one of the thoughts:
how is it possible to embrace the hate
that so many throw at You?

Would it be the smile of the Father?
Would it be the compassion towards the lost?

Das coisas que me fazem homem,
Tua humildade e mansidão
são espinha dorsal.

But I’m glad in You.
Let it be shaped in me
Your will and Your love.

London, 2025