This homily is based on Luke24:13-35 for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.
“We had hoped….”
We can hear the disappointment in the two disciples’ voices as they spoke to the stranger on the road.
“We had hoped…”
In other words, they no longer did.
This reflection is adapted from an Easter reflection from our online Holy Week Retreat.
Just a little over a week ago, when he was told the incredible news that the disciples had seen the Lord, Thomas did not hesitate to set his conditions for believing: “Unless I see and touch his wounds,
I will not believe.”
I’m on the lookout for words or thoughts that I can repeat to myself throughout the day as a reminder and as a prayer.
Lately I’ve been thinking about survival and resilience.
Here’s a quote about resilience from poet Jane Hirschfield in her poem called “Optimism.” We all need that today!
I’m on the lookout for words or thoughts that I can repeat to myself throughout the day as a reminder and as a prayer.
Lately I’ve understandably grown more mindful of my breathing, constantly monitoring my lungs, checking for any sign of compromise in my inhalation or exhalation–just in case.
Here’s a comforting mantra I learned from yoga.
This homily is based on John 20:1-9.
Today’s Gospel begins with Mary Magdalene telling Simon Peter about the empty tomb. Upon hearing her report, Peter, along with the beloved disciple, immediately make a run for the Lord’s burial place.
