This Sunday’s readings from Zechariah and Philippians speak of a God who comes to bring joy into our lives - if only we could really believe it, writes Christian Brother Julian McDonald.
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The Risen Jesus shows us the true meaning of 'Peace be with you'
Jesus' first words to his followers after the resurrection, "Peace be with you", invites me to stop and ask myself how I offer the sign of peace at Mass and how I reach out to the strangers who come into my life, writes Christian Brother Julian McDonald. Am I big enough to offer the peace that Jesus held out on that first Easter night to those locked away in fear?