Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
Today, Paul tells us about our role in proclaiming the Gospel: rejoice in your sufferings and make up in your flesh what is lacking in the afflictions of Christ on behalf of His body, which is the Church. But what does it mean to fill up what is lacking in the afflictions of Christ?
Read MoreWhen questioned by the high priest as to why the apostles had not heeded their warnings to stop preaching in the name of Jesus, Peter responded, “We must obey God rather than men.”
Read MoreSt. Luke tells us in the Gospel that after speaking to the crowds, Jesus tells St. Peter to man the oars and put out into the deep water. Even though they were tired, having fished and caught nothing all night, even though fishing by day isn’t considered the best time, and even though it is not a man of the sea who gives the orders, St. Peter has faith and decides to act on Christ’s suggestion. Simon simply obeys and trusts.
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