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05.09.21 "Reveal"

May 9, 2021

ENCOUNTER CHRIST
God loves us, each and every one of us. In the first reading, Peter came to understand God’s love when he witnessed the gift of the Holy Spirit given to Cornelius and his friends. This is important because they were Gentiles, not Jews. In the early church these gifts were only given to Jews but God shows no exclusivity, his love is open to all. As God's love is revealed to us, we are called to love one another. Jesus loves us so much that he dies on the cross so we can have eternal life with him. He asks us to be generous and to share his love with all mankind.

06.27.21 "Just Have Faith"

June 27, 2021

ENCOUNTER CHRIST We are called to let go of fear and put our lives in Christ’s hands, to believe that his power will carry us through. It can be a scary proposition, but each time we surrender it prepares and strengthens us for our salvation. Faith is not fragile, it is filled with the awesome strength of the Holy Spirit that comes through our trust in Christ. Jesus’ goodness and spirit is in every step we take. He always walks with us on this faith journey which is far better than any journey we can have without him.

06.20.21 "Calm"

June 20, 2021

ENCOUNTER CHRIST Today we see Jesus challenging the faith of his disciples again. Much like the disciples, we can find ourselves in a boat on stormy seas in our lives. Perhaps we are struggling at work, in school, or in our family life - we can feel the evil one tugging us away from Jesus. When we allow ourselves to be still and let Jesus calm our storms, we can experience the awe that only he can create. Faith is an entirely free gift that God gives to us - allow yourself to relate to him with confidence, trust, and reliance.

06.6.21 "Unity"

June 6, 2021

ENCOUNTER CHRIST Today we hear Mark recount the institution of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper. When we receive the Body and Blood of Jesus, we are united in and become the Body of Christ, the hands and feet of Jesus. Jesus asks us to work together as we receive this sacrifice, to allow others in our lives to experience his love, his mercy, and his forgiveness. Partaking in the Holy Eucharist gives us grace, deepens our relationship with Jesus, and allows us to see him and others around us more clearly in order that all may be united in him.