Our Gospel Reading is about two men who were troubled by the crucifixion of Jesus. Their hopes had been dashed. As they walked home from Jerusalem to Emmaus, a stranger joined their journey (Luke 24:13-35). The stranger expounded the Scripture as it related to a crucified Messiah. They finally put it all together and understood […]
Let us pray that Jesus be our companion on the road of life: God our Father, our road in life is often tiresome for it is the road of pilgrims. Yet, through the Holy Spirit Jesus your Son journeys with us. Open our eyes to recognize him in the downhearted and suffering so that they […]
Our testing and trials may not be as severe as those faced in this letter of 1 Peter, yet we all face testing and trials. First, we live in a world that counters the way of Christ, for example, our society places pride over humility; greed over sharing; self-concern over concern for others; warfare and […]
Let us pray for a firm faith because God is faithful to us: Blessed are you, God our Father, who raised Jesus from the dead. Keep us firm in the faith and lead us to live in his peace. Open our eyes to see his scars among those who suffer. Inspire us through the Holy […]
