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April 7, 2021Today’s first reading is an example of what it means to live the Christian life. Speaking to the limp beggar, Peter says, “I do not have silver or gold, but what I do have I give you.” As Christians, we are called to consistently give of ourselves, and often we do not have what is sought after. As Peter does, we must realize that even when we cannot give what is being asked of us, we still have something to offer to everyone we encounter. In our interactions with others, we should always represent Christ to them, showing them the love and dignity that He would show them.
The Gospel recalls Jesus’ encounter with the two disciples on the Road to Emmaus, during which He walked alongside them. What stands out most to me in this encounter is the ending line, “and how He was made known to them in the breaking of the bread.” Although they were walking and talking with Jesus, they did not recognize Him until the breaking of the bread. In the Eucharistic celebration, we experience Christ through the breaking of the bread, and we too can come to recognize who He is.
May the Risen Lord help us to continue to grow in our relationship with Him through our reception of the Holy Eucharist. May we also grow in our ability to share Him with everyone we encounter.
