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Jesus invites us to take joy in the awareness that we are loved–loved with the same love with which Father and Son love one another. It’s almost more than we dare imagine.
Jesus tells the disciples that he will be leaving them soon, but says that he will send the Holy Spirit to be with them.
Saint John I served as pope for about three years before he died of maltreatment at the hands of the emperor’s men. He had to face the Arian controversy and negotiate with the eastern part of the empire concerning the treatment of heretics.
Jesus assured his followers that he will send “the Advocate, the Holy Spirit,” who will teach them and remind them of all Jesus told them. In effect, Jesus is promising that the Church can always rely on the Spirit to guide it in troubled times. The Spirit will help us discover the peace that Jesus gives.
If we stay attached to the vine we will have life, and bring forth the abundant fruit that the Father has in mind for Jesus’ disciples. In our fruitfulness the Father is glorified.
Find a quiet place to go and sit—even if it’s just for a few minutes. If you can’t get away, try to watch a video or listen to a recording of some soothing nature sounds for a few minutes.
Saint Paschal Baylon was born into the Golden Age of the Church in Spain: the 16th century. He worked as a shepherd where he had ample time for prayer and mortification.
Jesus promised the disciples his peace. It’s not the mere absence of conflict nor economic well-being that he’s promising. It is rather the assurance of salvation–the guarantee of fullness of life.
Friars of the 13th century urged this holy woman to embark on a public crusade to call sinners to conversion.
When you feel attacked, before responding breathe deeply and center yourself. Discern what’s going on, and act and speak in ways that bring healing to the situation.
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