Fr. Craig’s Contemplations
Sixth Sunday of Easter

Jesus’ self-giving love is to be the pattern of our love for others. We open up the scriptures and we first hear from the 14th Chapter of the Acts of the Apostles, we hear how the early church celebrated the Rite of Ordination, with one of the Apostles laying their hands upon the head of those who we designated as the earliest leaders of the ancient church. This laying on of hands is a sacred sign of conferring, power, grace, and the Holy Spirit. As Paul and Barnabas departed for the next town, these earlier leaders were then entrusted to the Lord’s care.

In the second reading, from the 21st chapter of Revelation, were hear the timeless words, “Behold, I make all things new.” - This sacred teaching is not so much a “restoration” of stones and structures, but of people themselves. It’s noted that Archbishop Oscar Romero (after threats upon his life) would say, “I do not believe in death, but the resurrection.” He martyred Archbishop, (now Saint Oscar Romero) continued… “a bishop, a priest, a sister, [any Catholic] could die, but the Church will NEVER die. Because indeed, we are called to live for the resurrection. {Summary, Cardinal Sean O’Malley, WANTED Friends and Footwashers; p.26} Indeed in the glory of heaven, “The Lord will wipe every tear from our eyes, and there shall be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain, for the old order has passed away.” Revelation 21:4

Jesus indeed is the “gate” for His sheep. His sheep (you and I) if we listen to Him, Jesus will lead us through the “narrow gate.” This only makes sense when we wake up and examine in prayer our minds and hearts. “I give you a new commandment, love one another.” [John 13:33] Jesus’ self-giving love is to be the pattern of our love for others.

May the Lord be with you.
Fr. Craig




 READINGS FOR MAY 22, 2022
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
 

1^st Reading—Acts of the Apostles 15: 1-2, 22-29— A controversy arose among the disciples whether or not gentile converts were to be circumcised according to Mosaic law. At a Jerusalem meeting the Holy Spirit, the apostles, and the elders decided gentiles should not be burdened by such laws.

Responsorial Psalm: 67: 2-3, 5, 6, 8— “Let all the earth cry out in joy to the Lord. Let all the earth cry out in joy to the Lord!”

2^nd Reading—Revelation 21: 10-14-, 22-23— An angel carried the visionary to the top of a mountain to view the holy city Jerusalem coming down from God in heaven. There was no temple because the Lord God and the Lamb were the temple.

Gospel Acclamation—Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
“Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life; You have the words of everlasting life.”

Gospel—John 14: 23-29— Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever loves me will keep my word, and my Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our dwelling with him.


”6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER - C - MAY 22, 2022

PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL

1) Let us pray for the Church:
Father of Jesus, guide our Church leaders, our pope and bishops.
Help them, and all, to make compassionate decisions in the Holy                       Spirit.  We pray to the Lord…

2) Let us pray for Easter peace and assurance:
Loving God, guide the nations of the earth and grant the gift of peace. In our own dealings with each other, may your love lead the way. Grant our people in the armed service and all your children your loving protection.
We pray to the Lord…

3) Let us pray for the poor and the oppressed:
God, you are friend to the poor.  Help us build your kingdom on                       earth.  Lead us into that new city, where everything is shared                    and all are fed.
We pray to the Lord…

4) Let us pray for the sick:
Bring healing and inner peace to those who suffer in body or mind,
          especially –
          Kevin Petrusha     Betty Morici          Jack Little   Gary Jordan
          Joe Bouknight       Cathy Richards   Melody Klemmer     AmyRubin
          Gabriel Kelty        Stacy Soloman      Kelsey Turk    Mark Baumgart
          Diane O’Beirne (O’Burn)         Dave Wilcox
          Don & Margaret Kengerski
          A special intention for healing for Sue Perna
   And for all who have asked for our prayers.
We pray to the Lord…

5) Let us pray for our beloved dead:
Have pity on our beloved, O Lord, and grant them a place with you where there will be no more weeping, especially Robert Frazer, friend of Bill & Chris Venglar and…
(5:00 Mass) – Edward & Lillian Andre
          (8:30 Mass) – Mathew Mersino
          (10:30 Mass) –Bill Brunet       We pray to the Lord…



ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 22, 2022



 

1. The Book Club will meet this Monday, May 23^rd at 7 p.m. in Solanus Hall.

 

2. Join us for a fun filled week at Vacation Bible School, June 20-24^th-9 a.m. to noon. We will learn about Jesus, the Ultimate Superhero! We are offering many activities. To register, visit our website and click on Faith Formation for Children. This will be located at St. Daniel’s Church in Clarkston. We need many volunteers, adults and teens.

 

3. Next weekend the Knights of Columbus will pray the rosary after the Masses.

 

4. The parish office will be closed on Monday, May 23^rd.

 

5. (Sunday) Please join us in Hardy Hall for coffee, donuts and fellowship.