Father Michael's Thoughts This Week

WEEKLY THOUGHTS FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER -  MAY 18, 2025

Dear Friends, 

Welcome to the celebration of the Fifth Sunday of Easter. Let us be thankful for the graces and blessings God has showered upon us. Let us pray for all our sick brothers and sisters. Let us also keep in mind those facing various challenges to feel God’s presence to them.

The Gospel Reading for our meditation is from John 13: 31-35. Jesus speaks to his disciples about his imminent suffering, death and eventually his Glorious Resurrection. This kind of talk made his disciples feel incredibly sad and some may even have asked how they could be of help to avoid such a sad situation.

 In John 39: 21-29 Jesus had predicted openly to the disciples that one of his disciples – Judas though, not mentioning the name would betray him. This was a warning for Judas to turn away from this treacherous act.

 In today’s Gospel, Jesus predicts that Peter will deny him three times of his knowledge and relationship. His suffering, death and Resurrection will bring glory to his Father and his disciples.

Jesus continued to talk about the way and kind of life the disciples will relate with each other. He gives them a new Commandment; Love one another. The type of love Jesus wishes his disciples to live is one of sacrifice and humble service to the Body of Christ- the Church. Let us endeavor to live our Christian identity of love as we are nourished by the Eucharist- the Center of our faith, hope and love.

 Have a wonderful week and God bless.