I am the resurrection and the life, says the Lord;

whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will never die.

This week we reflect on the story of Lazarus emerging from the tomb, bound in the burial clothes. Jesus’ command to "untie him and let him go” relates not only to Lazarus, but to us as well. What is binding us through hurt, loss and grief that needs to be untied and let go? And, how are we invited to help release others?

Prayer

Compassionate Jesus, you grieved at Larazus’s death and accompany us in our grief and loss. Give us the strength to heal our broken hearts and create the space within us for new life to emerge.