Luke 24:36b-48 | Not too long after Jesus appeared to his disciples after his resurrection, he boldly told them, “You are witnesses of these things.” But before sending them out as witnesses, Jesus offers them God’s peace, he invites them to come close to him, and he opens their minds to understand the Scriptures and all that has taken place. In the same way, Jesus comes and seeks us out today. And even before sending us out as witnesses, first, Jesus speaks God’s peace upon us, draws us in close, and invites us to create space so that our minds and hearts may be opened to understand not only the Scriptures, but also what God is doing in our midst. So, as we continue to gather this Easter season, join us as we trust Christ’s presence in the midst of us, preparing us to go out as witnesses in his name.
Sunday, April 14, 2024, Third Sunday of Easter Bulletin
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