Category: Octave of Easter

(April 27, 2025) When Mercy Meets the Mess Today is the final day of the Easter Octave. We’ve spent eight days living in the aftershock of resurrection — not just remembering that Jesus rose, but sitting in the truth that He still lives. And now, we land right here: Divine Mercy Sunday. It’s not a coincidence that…

Easter week is almost over. After seven days of joy, alleluias, and Gospel stories of the Risen Jesus appearing to His friends, we arrive at the quiet edge of something new. The Gospel today (Mark 16:9–15) is like a mini highlight reel of the Resurrection. Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene, who runs to tell the…

(April 25, 2025) Breakfast with the Risen Jesus The Easter celebration keeps unfolding, not with fireworks or loud trumpets, but with moments that are quiet, intimate, and surprisingly down-to-earth. Today’s Gospel (John 21:1–14) is a perfect example. It’s sunrise. The disciples are back to fishing—back to what they knew before Jesus changed everything. They’ve been…

“Do Not Be Afraid” “Peace be with you.” But they were startled and frightened, thinking they were seeing a ghost. –Luke 24:35–48 Reflection: Have you ever been so overwhelmed or unsure that even good news feels scary? That’s where the disciples were.Jesus stood right in front of them—alive, glowing with peace—and their first reaction was fear. They…

“Even in the Ordinary, He is Risen” Reflection: Day 4.Maybe the Easter lilies are starting to fade. Maybe the chocolate is gone. Maybe you’re already sliding back into the grind — emails, dishes, bills, distractions. But here’s what hits me today:Jesus didn’t just appear in the temple or in some cosmic blaze of glory.He showed…

 ”Peace be with you” “Jesus came and stood among them and said, ‘Peace be with you.’ After he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.” -John 20:19-20  Reflection: Imagine the room. Doors locked. Fear thick in the air. The disciples are hiding, unsure…