A Path Through . . .

(From Hans Memling ’ s triptych - found here ) “After the definitive ascension of Christ into the glory of the Father, the community of disciples is left with the daunting task of announcing the Resurrection to all nations, beginning with the tumultuous city of Jerusalem. Certain elements of what they are to proclaim were already known to them: the parables and teachings of Jesus on resurrection, the prophecies of Scripture, and their own powerful experience of encountering the Risen Lord. And yet, they are told to await the gift of power from on high that will come to them in the Holy Spirit: ‘You are witnesses of these things. And behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you; but stay in the city, until you are clothed with power from on high’ (Luke 24:48-49; cf. Acts 1:8). Not only will the Spirit give them courage to announce boldly in word and deed what they already know of the Resurrection, but he will continue to assist them as they deepen their shared faith and communicate ...