"The Lord Jesus raises his disciples to a great hope. No greater hope indeed is possible." St. Augustine

This Sunday's gospel reading is the conclusion of the long "high priestly" prayer which Jesus prayed aloud at the Last Supper. This prayer most clearly reveals the heart and mind of Jesus - who and what he loved most - love for his Father in heaven and love for all who believe in him. His prayer concludes with a petition for unity among all Christians, that all men and women who will come after him and follow him as his disciples will be one as he and his Father are one. The unity of Jesus with the Father is a unity of mutual love, service, and honor, and a oneness of mind, heart, and spirit. Jesus calls each of us into this unity with all who belong to Him. Further, He entrusts us today with the same mission he entrusted to the first disciples - to make him known and loved by all. Jesus died and rose again that all might be one as he and the Father are one. As you prepare for Mass this weekend reflect on this original understanding of the meaning of Christian unity? How does this understanding change your approach to fellow Christians? source: copyright (c) 2019 Servants of the Word, www.dailyscripture.net , author  Don Schwager

Parish Playgroup meets this Monday, June 3rd 9:30-11am at Penguin Park. If the weather is bad, we will meet in St. Rita Hall. This is not a drop off event – this is for parents, too! Please contact Amie at amgilliand78@gmail.com for more information.

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