We are encouraged to encounter God in our lives and share those experiences with others through our words and actions.
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Want to be inspired? Listen for the Holy Spirit.
We remember the important role of the Spirit in guiding and sustaining faith after Jesus’ resurrection.
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Jesus had a vision for his disciples. He prayed for it to become reality.
Jesus’ final prayer implores the disciples to be confident that he has assured their care.
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How should we love one another? It’s called agape.
By working to end hate and division, we show our love for one another.
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Bold speech must be followed by bold action
Jesus asks the Father in heaven for protection for the disciples, which reveals the perils of discipleship.
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The spirit propels Christianity forward
Jesus emphasizes the selflessness of the shepherd, insisting that he volunteers to protect his flock.
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The Gospel is meant to be preached. It’s our responsibility to do it.
Jesus teaches the apostles by opening their minds to understand the Scriptures.
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God calls us to redistribute not just wealth but mercy too
Divine Mercy Sunday reminds us to pray for God’s compassion and forgiveness and to afford the same to one another.
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Jesus is risen, exclusion is dead.
The reactions of the early Christian witnesses are a mixture of fear, faith, confusion and understanding.
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People in Jesus’ time faced the challenge of diverse viewpoints, too.
The readings remind us of requirements that come with membership in a community of faith.