REFLECTION:
Jesus’ command is clear: we are to feed others. We give to others not from the “deserted place” of our own hearts but from the “leftover fragments” of God’s blessings (see first reading). God’s abundant nourishment is most startlingly given in the handing over of Jesus’ life (see second reading) – on the cross, in the bread and wine, and in our own self-gift to others.
- What is most important to me about the Eucharist is . . . .
- Where Jesus could say to me, “Give them some food yourselves,” is . . .
- Where God has satisfied me with abundance is . . . My response to such abundance has been . . . My response should be. . .
Connecting the Gospel
to Trinity Sunday: The good news of Trinity Sunday is our participation in the mystery of God’s life. This solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ also celebrates our participation in divine life: we eat the Bread of blessing and drink the Wine of self-gift, the risen Lord’s very presence.
to our experience: We tend to narrow our consideration of the Eucharist to the sacramental elements of bread and wine. Eucharist is more – our own commitment to give ourselves to others as Jesus gives himself to us.
Reprinted with permission of Liturgical Press from: Living Liturgy