DAILY- HOMILY

MAY 18, 2013
MEMORIAL, SAINT JOHN I, POPE AND MARTYR
SATURDAY 7TH WEEK OF EASTER – YR I

Acts 28:16-20,30-31 / Ps 11: 4. 5 and 7 / Jn 21:20-25

Acts 28:16-20,30-31
Upon our arrival in Rome, the captain turned the prisoners over to the military governor but permitted Paul to lodge in a private house with the soldier who guarded him. After three days, Paul called together the leaders of the Jews. When they had gathered, he said to them: "Brothers, though I have not done anything against our people or against the traditions of our fathers, I was arrested in Jerusalem and handed over to the Romans. They examined me and wanted to set me free, for they saw nothing in my case that deserved death. But the Jews objected, so I was forced to appeal to Caesar without the least intention of bringing any case against my own people. Therefore, I have asked to see you and speak with you, since it is because of the hope of Israel that I bear these chains."

John 21:20-25
Peter looked back and saw that the disciple Jesus loved was following as well, the one who had reclined close to Jesus at the supper, and had asked him, "Lord, who is to betray you?" On seeing him, Peter asked Jesus, "Lord, what about him?" Jesus answered, "If I want him to remain until I come, does that concern you? Follow me!" Because of this the rumor spread in the community that this disciple would not die. Yet Jesus had not said to Peter, "He will not die," but, "Suppose I want him to remain until I come." It is this disciple who testifies about the things he has written here, and we know that his testimony is true. But Jesus did many other things; if all were written down, I think the world itself could not contain the books that should be written.

REFLECTION
When Paul was imprisoned in Rome, he was allowed to live by himself with a soldier guarding him. On the third day, he called together the leaders of the Jews and explained his situation, and he used this opportunity to preach to them and to witness to our Lord Jesus Christ.

It has been said that nothing happens by coincidence or by chance. In other words, every person who comes into our life, and every event that happens in our life has a purpose. It serves as stimulus for us to react with a feeling, a direction, and a verbal or mental yes or no to take some action.

Paul, being misunderstood or misjudged or mistreated, could have reacted with anger, with hopelessness or simply retreated from his mission in life which was to proclaim God's word. However, with his long lasting faith and hope in Jesus, he accepted his unjust imprisonment in Rome, and used it pro-actively by taking the initiative to speak to the Jews and share his mission with them. .

Our good Lord only asks us to speak and act for him if we truly love him. We pray for the Holy Spirit to enlighten our audience or people with whom we share God's Word. But ultimately, what counts is how we live our life, how we use our time to witness to God's goodness and love.

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Elizabeth Lim
- Rizza
- Pilar David, Ditas dela Paz, Toots Monfort, Virginia Hernandez, Mon Torres, and Fleur Torres
- Cecilia Katigbak
- Chief Samrose Anyaugo
… for the personal intentions of
- Dr Ugo Anyaugo, Oge Anyaugo, Barr (Mrs) adaugo Barbara Okoronkwo, Engr. Ifeanyi Matt Anyaugo, Chuba Anyaugo and Ezinne Cordelia Anyaugo
… In Memoriam: Justina E. Custodio and Valentin Custodio
… for the eternal repose of the souls of
- Eleanor Shaw Go
- Alejandro Lecaros
- McLarry San Antonio
- Fernando Basada
Eternal rest grant unto them and may perpetual light shine upon them. May they and all the dearly departed rest in peace.
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- In Memoriam (+): Dionisio Chua Kang Hay (May 15, 1928 - May 18, 2011)
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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