The repetition of the phrase “in a little while” in St. John’s Gospel is not accidental. Rather, the Evangelist invites us to consider the meaning of these words in relation to Our Lord’s death, resurrection, and second coming. Moreover, the phrase reminds us of our short life on this earth and that our life with Jesus in the next is always imminent.

Holy Thursday offers an opportunity to reflect not only on the mysteries of the liturgy, but on the message of unity, peace, and fraternal charity given through the institution of the Blessed Sacrament. Every Mass calls to mind the Last Supper. In the Mass of Holy Thursday, however, the inextricable link between Christ’s love for us in the Eucharist and the liturgy is especially pronounced.

It is crucial for Catholics to not view their Faith as something purely exterior. Catholics cannot merely “go through the motions” or keep up certain appearances and consider themselves faithful followers of Christ. Rather, it is necessary for Catholics to cultivate a strong interior life connected to God at all times if we wish to attain eternal life.

The parable of the Good Shepherd instructs us on the mercy of God and the dignity of man. Contrary to the recent declaration Dignitas Infinita, a proper understanding of the parable reveals that our dignity emanates from our relationship with God and our conformity with His plan for us.

“Every best gift, and every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no change, nor shadow of alteration.” These words from the Epistle of St. James remind us that we live only by the gifts of God and that it is incumbent upon us to continually ask Our Lord for them.

The baptism ceremony symbolizes both the tomb where we are buried and arise again with Christ, and our new birth in Christ. In both images we find the shedding of our old life–the life of sin–so that we may have eternal life with God in His heavenly kingdom.

The Harvest Is Great, But the Laborers Are Few

Two essential elements of deepening our relationship with God are time and personal contact. This is why it is important for us to attend Mass as often as possible and remove ourselves from the world to focus solely on Him. https://youtu.be/ZKUiHx64ua8 Subscribe to receive every sermon here:  https://sspx-sermons.captivate.fm/listen See all our Sermons:  https://sspxpodcast.com/sermons/ Donate: https://sspxpodcast.com/faq/#donate View on YouTube:…

Two essential elements of deepening our relationship with God are time and personal contact. This is why it is important for us to attend Mass as often as possible and remove ourselves from the world to focus solely on Him.

Knowing why God made us and our purpose in the world is the most important thing for Catholics to understand. Our lives are meant to procure the greater glory of God. This fundamental truth stands in opposition to the modern world’s emphasis on selfishness and self-seeking. https://youtu.be/l8SxAtfluow Subscribe to receive every sermon here:  https://sspx-sermons.captivate.fm/listen See all…