In the Apostolic Letter Dies Domini of the Saint Pope John Paul II, we are told that the weekly return of Sunday recalls the day of Christ’s resurrection. It is Easter every Sunday, really, as we celebrate Christ’s victory over sin and death! It is appropriate that on the Second Sunday of the Easter Season (Divine Mercy Sunday), our Psalm is the same one as on Easter Sunday (The Resurrection of the Lord)--Psalm 118 (a psalm of joy and thankfulness that God’s love for us is everlasting). Considering God’s divine mercy, we may sing joyfully, with full hearts and voices.
With this new liturgical season of the Easter Season we see the return of the Gloria and the Gospel Acclamation of “Alleluia!” During this season we may be reminded each week of our baptismal promises (in the Sprinkling Rite). This is important; because in today’s Gospel we hear the familiar story of “Doubting Thomas.” We know that in dark moments we are all Thomas; but in the gathering of Community, in the Word and the Eucharist, and through God’s divine mercy, we are strengthened in faith.
I am genuinely amazed by the vitality of commitment to our Parish Community by the many ministries that are at work here at St. Aidan. This past Holy Week is an example of the dedication of all our liturgical and non-liturgical groups. If you think back on the entire week’s schedule of activities and liturgies—of the preparation, planning and implementation of all that took place here—it is truly amazing! I would like to particularly thank those with whom I work personally: the members of the St. Aidan Music Ministry, most especially our Adult Choir. Bravo! Above and beyond!
Everything that takes place in our parish is collaborative: the staff (parish, office, maintenance), all of the other liturgical ministries aside from our Music Ministry (all of the lectors, ushers, servers, Eucharistic Ministers, and the lovely and creative work of the enhancement of the worship spaces), all the charitable organizations, the different commissions and councils, and You—the worshipping Community itself—is an example in participation, cooperation and teamwork. It is truly amazing what is accomplished by invested, dedicated and committed persons! And for all those who benefit directly and indirectly it is a miracle, a mystery, a mercy and a grace!
Today we hear in the Gospel how we must walk by faith, not by sight. In the time I have been here at St. Aidan, and last week in particular, I actually saw plenty that was uplifting for my faith. This is the divine mercy of God in the gift of his Son in all his manifestations─but most especially here in the people of this Community where I work and worship.
God bless you and keep singing!
Elizabeth Dyc
With this new liturgical season of the Easter Season we see the return of the Gloria and the Gospel Acclamation of “Alleluia!” During this season we may be reminded each week of our baptismal promises (in the Sprinkling Rite). This is important; because in today’s Gospel we hear the familiar story of “Doubting Thomas.” We know that in dark moments we are all Thomas; but in the gathering of Community, in the Word and the Eucharist, and through God’s divine mercy, we are strengthened in faith.
I am genuinely amazed by the vitality of commitment to our Parish Community by the many ministries that are at work here at St. Aidan. This past Holy Week is an example of the dedication of all our liturgical and non-liturgical groups. If you think back on the entire week’s schedule of activities and liturgies—of the preparation, planning and implementation of all that took place here—it is truly amazing! I would like to particularly thank those with whom I work personally: the members of the St. Aidan Music Ministry, most especially our Adult Choir. Bravo! Above and beyond!
Everything that takes place in our parish is collaborative: the staff (parish, office, maintenance), all of the other liturgical ministries aside from our Music Ministry (all of the lectors, ushers, servers, Eucharistic Ministers, and the lovely and creative work of the enhancement of the worship spaces), all the charitable organizations, the different commissions and councils, and You—the worshipping Community itself—is an example in participation, cooperation and teamwork. It is truly amazing what is accomplished by invested, dedicated and committed persons! And for all those who benefit directly and indirectly it is a miracle, a mystery, a mercy and a grace!
Today we hear in the Gospel how we must walk by faith, not by sight. In the time I have been here at St. Aidan, and last week in particular, I actually saw plenty that was uplifting for my faith. This is the divine mercy of God in the gift of his Son in all his manifestations─but most especially here in the people of this Community where I work and worship.
God bless you and keep singing!
Elizabeth Dyc
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