20 May
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4th Week of Easter
St Bernardine of Siena, priest
Acts 13:26-33
Ps. 2:6-7,8-9,10-11
Jn. 14:1-6
(Ps Wk IV)
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Although Paul quotes part of Psalm 2 as a step in the reasoning that shows the resurrection to be the fulfillment of the ancient promise in Jesus, it also reveals the intimate relationship between God the Father and Jesus.

This is further reaffirmed by Jesus when He said, "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life. No one can come to the Father except through me." This means Jesus is the 'guide' as well as the source of 'life' and 'truth'. This is the Jesus we pledge to follow as Christians. Without Him, there is no access to God (Jn. 1:18; 3:13). That is the reason Jesus urged us to "trust in God and trust in me"(Jn.14:1). What else do we need in life? When we are confronted with situations that draw us away from the love of God, to whom shall we turn?

As Easter people, let us be courageous people who are ready to be challenged by the evil forces in this materialistic and individualistic world. Let us also share the Good News - the Resurrected Christ with those in our midst especially our underprivileged and marginalized brethren. We want to let them experience the love, hope and promise of our Resurrected Lord for He is truly the Way, the Truth and the Life.



Lord, may You always be the Way, the Truth and the Life in our lives.

DAILY OFFERING
Eternal Father, I offer You everything I do this day; my thoughts, words, joys and sufferings. Grant that, vivified by the Holy Spirit and united to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, my life this day may be of service to You and to others. I also pray that all those preparing for marriage discover in Sacrament the source of Christ's grace for living a fithful and fruitful love. Amen.

PRAYING WITH THE CHURCH
INTENTION
That those working in communication media may respect the truth, solidarity, and dignity of all people.
Elaboration

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