May 15

by David Lins  |  05/15/2020  |  (Being) Catholic Matters

Today’s Readings: ACTS 15:22-31 PS 57:8-10, 12 JN 15:12-17

So the weekend is almost here. And many of us will be attending Mass for the first time in quite a bit.

There will be people who desperately want to attend, but are nervous. Give them space.

There will be an adjustment as people attempt to find seats with proper distancing. Be patient.

There will be people who think everything should come off without a hitch and are upset at the slightest inconvenience. Give them a genuine smile.

There will be people who will be angry that they can’t sit in “their pew” because it happens to be one that is taped off. Offer them your seat.

There will be people who might cut into the line for the Eucharist because you are giving the requested six feet of space. Allow them to go in front of you.

There will be people who have anxiously missed Jesus. Be His Hands, His Feet, His warmth.

David is the Director of Faith Formation at Our Lady of Joy. If you have comments or questions, send your emails to dlins@oloj.org.

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