7th Sunday of Easter – Year C (2022)

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Saturday, May 28, 2022

The readings for the Seventh Sunday of Easter for year C speak of our longing for God and God’s longing for us. In the first reading (Acts 7:55-60) St Stephen becomes the first martyr. The psalm (Psalm 97:1-2, 6-7, 9) praises God. In the second reading (Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20) Jesus calls to his bride, the Church. And in the gospel (John 17:20-2) Jesus prays for unity.

This could lead to a discussion about prayer and community. Here are some ideas:

The Lamb’s Supper: The Mass As Heaven on Earth (The Book of Revelation)

The Book of Revelation can be one of the most difficult books of the bible to understand. In his book The Lamb's Supper: The Mass As Heaven on Earth, Scott Hahn makes the case that the Book of Revelation is actually a description of the Mass. And every time we participate in the Eucharistic celebration we are actually taking part in a liturgy where heaven intersects with earth.

Receive the Gift

The Spirit and the bride say, "Come." Let the hearer say, "Come." Let the one who thirsts come forward, and the one who wants it receive the gift of life-giving water.

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