We have a place waiting for us!

Friday of the Fourth Week of Easter

Acts 13:26-33

John 14:1-6

Have the 2^nd and 8^th graders not in their usual seats but in the empty seats by the shrine of Mary.

To begin my homily, ask the students:

“Where are the 2^nd & 8th graders? Why are you sitting over here? Have you been bad? Get a response from the students!

Go over to the 2^nd & 8^th graders and ask:

“Why are you sitting over here?’ How does it feel to be sitting over here all by yourselves? Do you feel out of place and a bit weird? Would you like to go to your assigned seats?

Give them time to go to their usual seats and get situated.

In our Gospel, Jesus says some amazing things. Jesus first says, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Have faith in God and faith in me.” When we are in the wrong place, by temptation and sin, Jesus wants us to come to him, and he will give us his peace.

Jesus’s second amazing thing is, “I am preparing a place for you. When you follow me and know there is no other way to salvation except through me, I have a special place for you.”  

Our Catholic school is perfect for learning about Jesus and his special place for us in heaven. Our dedicated staff and teachers are committed to Christ and are his messengers.

May we all know of our place in heaven and do all we can to get there in Christ.