Friday, May 22, 2015
SATURDAY, 7th Week of Easter
May 23, 2015 SATURDAY, 7th Week of Easter
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Acts 28:16 – 20 / Jn 21:20 - 25
Reading: Acts 28:16 – 20
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."
Gospel: Jn 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 recorded here and we know that his testimony is true. But Jesus did many other things; if all were written down, the world itself would not hold the books recording them.
Reflection:
"Follow me" the Lord says to Peter. Peter asked about John as well. Our Lord tells Peter to mind his own business on how to follow and do his commands.
Like Peter or John and the rest of the apostles, we are called to follow the Lord. In his time and way, he calls each one to play different roles in doing service in his name. We discover our ministry or apostolate in the church or community to help enrich our service. In our individuality, we recognize our strengths. We also have our own trials, problems or challenges. But we do not compare with others our works done in Jesus' name nor do we question the Lord about our differences albeit our weaknesses. We continue to move on instead in playing well our roles, developing our gifts and talents to the fullest. Thus, it is not only obedience but also knowledge and understanding of each one's role as we follow the Lord.
Kanya-kanyang gawa at galing para sa ikabubuti ng kapwa at mundo at higit sa lahat, para sa kaluwalhatian ng ating Diyos. "Thank you, Lord for the gift of one another, for unity in diversity as we enrich your kingdom here on earth."
WE PRAY FOR MTQ DAILY PRAYER DIARY INTENTIONS:
BIRTHDAY
CYNTHIA C. SALUD
JERALDINE K. CHING
IN MEMORIAM (+)
JOSE NG TAN
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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