22 May 2020
The Joys and Pains of Birthing New Life
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For 22 May 2020, Friday before Ascension Sunday, based on John 16:20-23
Jesus said to his disciples: “Very truly, I tell you, you will weep and mourn, but the world will rejoice; you will have pain, but your pain will turn into joy. When a woman is in labor, she has pain, because her hour has come. But when her child is born, she no longer remembers the anguish because of the joy of having brought a human being into the world. So you have pain now; but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you. On that day you will ask nothing of me. Very truly, I tell you, if you ask anything of the Father in my name, he will give it to you.”
Scripture passage from the New Revised Standard Version Bible: Catholic Edition, copyright 1989, 1993, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
23 May 2020 @ 3:41 am
Thanks for the Word, once again Judith Anne. These days we really need to remember that there is hope and new life un the midst of all the pain. Our world is struggling, but solidarity seems to be growing. Keep preaching, dear sister! Sending you lots of love from Texas!
23 May 2020 @ 1:25 pm
It’s been so helpful remembering to tune in again. The Gospel and your sharing is just right for these times – to live the rhythm of pain and joy. Jesus knows that so well too —I need to remember……. Mary