𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B

Dear Parishioners,

Grace and peace of Jesus Christ be with you and your family! In today’s readings, we reflect on how God supports us, the importance of living a good Christian life, and the significance of Jesus as the bread of life and bread-giver. These readings help us understand God’s care and our response in faith, hope, and charity.

In the first reading, from 1 Kings 19:4-8, Prophet Elijah is overwhelmed and seeks death in the wilderness. He feels alone and tired. But God sends an angel to give him food and water. This shows that God does not abandon us, even in or lowest moments. He sees our struggles and offers help. Elijah’s journey to Horeb becomes possible because of God’s care. Like Elijah, we learn that God supports and sustains us in difficult times.

In Ephesians 4:30-5:2, the second reading, Paul tells to avoid behaviors and attitudes that grieve the Holy Spirit; we are called to be kind, compassionate, and forgiving. This is how we should live as followers of Jesus Christ. By following Paul’s advice, we strengthen our relationship with God and each other.

The Gospel reading, John 6:41-51 is a continuation and conclusion of the bread of life discourse. Jesus declares that he is the living bread from heaven. This bread gives eternal life to those who believe in Him. The Jews struggle to understand this message. Jesus emphasizes that only those drawn by the Father can come to him. Belief in Jesus leads to eternal life. He offers Himself as spiritual nourishment.

This passage highlights the importance of faith in Jesus and his teachings. By believing in him, we receive the gift of eternal life. Jesus invites us to trust in Him and receive His life-giving presence.

Thank you, Blessed Holy Trinity, for your constant care and support. Help us to live with kindness and forgive others as you forgive us. Strengthen our faith in Jesus, the bread of life, Amen.

Have an amazing Sunday and a blessed week!

𝑹𝒆𝒗. 𝑻𝒉𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒍𝒆𝒚