DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

Readings: Acts 5.12-16, Revelation 1.9-11a, 12-13, 17-19, John 20.19-31

On this Second Sunday of Easter, the church celebrates the feast of Divine Mercy united as a community of believers, we continue to express our joy and faith in the risen Christ. As we celebrate the victory of Christ over death, there is one crucial thing that we must remember. This is that we must be united to bear an effective witness to the resurrected Christ as the early Christian community did.

Christ was sure that living in unity is the best testimony we can bear as his disciples. Hence, the early disciple paid attention to this instruction by being united in their mission. They demonstrated this through their preaching and lifestyles.

In today’s gospel, Christ presented himself to his disciples, During this very important visit, he restored their peace, and commissioned them as ministers of the sacrament of reconciliation. The sacrament of reconciliation is the sacrament of mercy. It was not easy for Thomas to believe that Christ was risen.

So as we bear witness to the risen Christ, we shall certainly encounter people who will doubt our testimony. This must not discourage us. The Holy Spirit will convince them. We should remain focused on our mission. So, as true disciples of Christ, let us continue to announce the good news to the whole world that Jesus Christ, our Lord has truly risen from the dead,

As we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday today, we are reminded that God extended his mercy. So, as we spread the good news of Christ’s resurrection, we must give thanks to God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is because, his mercy and generosity endure forever.

Happy Divine Mercy Sunday. DIVINE MERCY OF JESUS WE TRUST IN YOU LET YOUR PRESENCE BEFORE US!