The Gentle Presence of Jesus in Disappointment

Greetings on this the Wednesday in the Octave of Easter
Readings: Acts 3:1-10; Psalm 105:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8-9; Victimae paschali laudes; Luke 24:13-35

Summary

Then they said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he spoke to us on the way and opened the Scriptures to us?” (Lk 24:32).

Reflection

The Lord God accompanies us in such a gentle way.

That very day, filled with disappointment, we were hoping that he would be the one to redeem Israel, Jesus was there.

So gentle:

1. Jesus himself drew near and walked with them.
2. He asked them questions: what is bothering you? What sort of things?
3. He taught them. Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them what referred to him in all the Scriptures.
4. He stayed with them. He ate with them.
5. He took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them. With that their eyes were opened and they recognized him.

Personal Reflection

When we have disappointment in our community or even our church, remember the Journey to Emmaus. When you are in your deepest depression, look around, Jesus is there accompanying you.

1. To walk with you.
2. To talk with you and you him.
3. To teach you the good.
4. To stay with you and break bread with you.
5. To share himself with you.

You are not alone.
Let your heart burn with love.

Sacred Readings Full text: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042325.cfm

Peace be with you,
Deacon Gerry