FAITH BOOK

PALM SUNDAY OF THE LORD’S PASSION APRIL 13, 2025

(Luke 19: 28-40); Isaiah 50: 4-7; Philippians 2: 6-11; Luke 22: 14- 23:56

Jude Siciliano, OP

Mini-reflections on the Sunday scripture readings designed for persons on the run. “Faith Book” is also brief enough to be posted in the Sunday parish bulletins people take home.

From today’s Gospel reading:

[Jesus prayed]
“Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me;
still, not my will but yours be done.”

Reflection:

Jesus endured intense emotional and psychological pain. He experienced defeat, discouragement, abandonment, disappointment and frustration. Those suffering from similar interior distress can find compassion and healing in their companion Jesus. The one who prayed, “Father, if you are willing, take this cross away from me…,” will strengthen the faith of those who word the same prayer out of the abyss of their inner turmoil.

So, we ask ourselves:

• When have I been distressed and experienced inner healings at the hands of Jesus?

• To whom can I be an instrument of healing in their in their emotional distress?

Click here for a link to this Sunday’s readings.
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041325.cfm

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