The readings during the Easter season remind us that we are all in transition every moment of our lives. The disciples of Jesus wanted to believe, but at first, were confused about this death/resurrection reality. This was a new phenomenon and did not fit into their comfortable way of thinking. The resurrected Lord provided the faith, but the disciples had to eventually arrive at the point where they could say ‘yes’ to His invitation to spread the Word. They were transitioning from doubt to faith, despair to hope.
Sometimes we forget that most people, at the time of Jesus, did not follow Him. We hear the story from the sacred writers and can falsely think that most of the people were on board about this Good News.
The time after Jesus’ death and resurrection was filled with much uncertainty. In today’s Gospel, Jesus reminds His disciples that if they loved Him they would keep His commandments. The Father would then send them the Spirit of Truth. Probably, they were a bit confused, but once they received the Holy Spirit, they were on fire to spread the Word.
Jesus promises that those who believe in Him and love Him will recognize His presence. He will be revealed in the many facets of our life. Hopefully, we see His presence in our joys and disappointments, our faith and our doubt, and most especially, in our ability to face reality, knowing that God is there to give us the strength through His Son Jesus Christ.
Last week, our Scout Troop 399 supported a food drive for our sharing parish, St. Aloysius. They were at the local Hoffman Estates Post Office, making sure that all the food got packed properly and shipped smoothly. The food donations were double those of the previous year. They sorted 146 boxes of food totaling 4350 food items. Thanks to Mrs. Borre for coordinating the drive, along with the scouts and others who made this happen. See their pictures here.
We have a parishioner in need of caregiving. The family needs someone for one day a week through the summer (8:00 AM to 5:30 PM) - Schaumburg location - to assist a 60-year-old male with ALS. They need someone strong enough to lift him for transfers - (180 lbs). Call Donna at
847-293-6776. Please try to help.