2nd Sunday in Easter

04-16-2023Pastor's CornerVery Rev. Robert J. Deehan, VF

Happy Easter!

We continue to celebrate the new life of the resurrection of Jesus in this Easter season until May 28 – Pentecost Sunday. What goes on in our church sanctuary at every Mass is very special, sacred and life-changing. God becomes present to us on the altar in a miraculous way – the Risen Christ appears to us as our food for our journey in the Sacrament of Holy Eucharist. Jesus is alive! He dwells within us; He walks with us, and gives us His new life! His power over sin, evil and death is a power we can tap into. Are you buried in a tomb of doubt, despair, loneliness, hardship, confusion, brokenness, or grief? Tell Jesus where you need His mercy, His healing, His hope and new life. Ask Him to release you from your tomb and invite His grace to give you freedom and peace. Maybe a priest, deacon staff member or fellow parishioner can help you roll away the stone from the entrance of your tomb. You are not alone in our community of faith. We seek to bring the presence of the risen Christ to all in need. I invite you to pray this Easter Prayer for yourself, your loved ones, our parish community and especially for those who need Jesus’ risen power and peace in a special way.

“At the sight of the Lord, the disciples rejoiced. Peace be with you, he said again.” Jn.20:20. Lord, Jesus, help us never to forget that this is our feast, too. The new life you experienced upon your resurrection is your promise of new life for us as well. Your victory is our victory. Often, we can drift away from you, from your Church and from each other. But your mercy reconciles us and lifts us up. Today we rejoice in the peace you share! Help us to remain close to you, to experience the joy and fellowship of this faith community and to celebrate your love in the family of your Church. We offer this prayer in Your Holy Name, Jesus. Amen.

Easter blessings!

Fr. Bob