Tuesday Seventh Week of Easter

Galatians 5:13: You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love.

Prayer …

Heavenly Father, thank you most of all for the triumph of Jesus over sin at Calvary and his victory over death at the empty tomb. We long to see you face to face and thank you for our freedom. Until that day, guide us as we use this gift of freedom to serve your children and live for you. In Infant Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

Today's Readings (May 22, 2012)

Tuesday of the Seventh Week of Easter First Reading: Acts 20:17-27 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 68:10-11, 20-21 Gospel: John 17:1-11a Colour: WHITE Lectionary: 298

Short Reflection on Today's Gospel (John 17:1-11a)

Jesus speaks about of the Father bringing glory to the Son through the miraculous mystery of the Incarnation and Cross of Christ. God the Father gave us his only begotten Son for our salvation and liberation from slavery to sin and death. There is no greater proof of God's love for every person on the face of the earth than the Cross of Jesus Christ. In the cross everyone sees a new way of love – a love that is unconditional, sacrificial and generous beyond our understanding.