Pastor's Corner July.06.2025 - Sent to Bring Peace

Pastor’s Corner 06.07.2025

This Sunday’s readings invite us to reflect on our call to mission, the joy of God’s presence, and the peace we are to bring to the world.

1. Call to Mission: In the Gospel reading from Luke 10:1-12, 17-20, Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples to proclaim the Kingdom of God. This mission emphasizes the importance of sharing the Good News and the need for laborers in the harvest. The disciples are instructed to carry no extra provisions, symbolizing their reliance on God’s providence and the hospitality of those they encounter.  

2. Witnessing Through Our Lives: Christians are called to be living witnesses of Jesus in the world. This involves embodying the teachings of Christ in our daily lives and sharing His love and message with others. 

3. God’s Comfort and Joy: The first reading from Isaiah 66:10-14c speaks of God’s tender care for His people, using the imagery of a comforting mother. This passage reassures us of God’s presence and the joy that comes from being in a relationship with Him. 

4. Peace as a Central Message: Jesus instructs His disciples to greet households with peace, underscoring that peace is a fundamental aspect of the Christian mission. This message of peace is crucial, especially in a world often filled with conflict and turmoil. Jesus challenges us to be bearers of peace in our communities. 

5. Rejoicing in Our Identity: The Gospel concludes with the disciples returning with joy, reporting that even demons were subject to them in Jesus’ name. Jesus reminds them that their true joy should come from knowing that their names are written in heaven. This highlights the importance of our identity in Christ and the eternal joy that comes from being part of God’s family. 

Conclusion

As we reflect on the readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we are reminded of our mission to spread the Gospel, the joy of God’s presence in our lives, and the peace we are called to share with others. Let us embrace our role as witnesses to Christ, trusting in His providence and comfort as we go forth to serve and love those around us. May we find joy in our identity as children of God and carry His message of peace into the world.
Let us encourage each other to live out our faith actively and to be instruments of God’s love and peace in our communities.