Fifth Sunday of Easter
Dear Parishioners:
As we celebrate the Fifth Sunday, the Church presents us with the concept of Love. It is important to know that there are different types of Love, (eros, philia, and agape). Our Lord Jesus Christ said, “I give you a new commandment”, this simply shows that there was a commandment before the new one. Something must have informed this new commandment. The new commandment came because people were not practicing the love of God as it ought to be. The true love of God must find expression in the love of brothers and sisters.
Jesus gave the disciples a new commandment, “Love one another as I have loved you.” This commandment was not a suggestion, but a fundamental aspect of our Christian identity. Jesus’ love for us is a model for our love for one another. This is the example of love He showed on the cross when he laid down his life for us. We are called to make the same sacrifice for our brothers and sisters, particularly those who need our help and assistance.
The glorification of Jesus Christ is an invitation to us all that our lives should bring glory to God. This can only be achieved by living a life of love and sacrifice, a life of patience and kindness wherever we find ourselves.
As we begin this new week, may we be filled with hope and joy, knowing that we are loved by God and called to love one another in return. May our lives be a testament to the power of God’s love and may we strive to build up the body of Christ through our act of love and kindness. Amen.
Your brother in Christ
Fr. Patrick
