Ponderings With Fr. Mike

Jesus’ parables are filled with beautiful and rich images that captivate our imagination and teach us about the truths of our faith. Today’s Gospel passage of the vine and branches is a parable that is so familiar and yet so profound.

Taken for a natural perspective we can readily understand Jesus’ teaching. We know from observation that any flower or living organism plucked from its life source does not survive for very long. It maintains its beauty for a short time but then it begins to lose its beauty and appeal. What is lacking is its source for beauty and life. In essence the vine (flower) is separated from its branch.

As we continue to journey through this Easter season let us pray that we may never be separated from the source of our life. Let us continue to remind ourselves that Jesus, in the Eucharist, is the source of our life and the beauty of our faith.