The readings this week points us to the early history in
the bible when Paul and Barnabas went to Antioch to proclaim the goods new to
the Gentiles. It was at Antioch (now Turkey) that the disciples were first
called “Christians.” They received the words of God through the Holy Spirit with
the knowledge and wisdom that Jesus is the Lord. However, Paul had disagreements
with Mark so they went separate ways. The Holy Spirit continued to work with
them and made them realized their differences in opinions.
The
focus of the liturgy is the words of Jesus as the way, the truth, the life
and how the Holy Spirit works within us. The Holy Spirit helps us to grow our
faith to stay with Jesus and experience the life that he can give through the
sacraments. The gospel challenges us to grow in His way, to find the truth
about God, and live the life He wants for us by showing love and respect for
one another. As true disciples of Jesus, we should put love into practice and
embrace others as brothers and sisters although we are people with different
viewpoints. Father John Carten stressed that it does not matter whether we are
liberal or conservative in opinions; what is important is the wide vision of
how Jesus Christ is working in our lives.
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