The Road Not Taken

Peter and Judas. Two broken responses to Christ’s invitation to follow Him, which is the Way of the Cross. When night fell, the sheep scattered, as predicted. Judas, with a kiss, turned away, irrevocably, it seems, choosing despair and death. Peter swore denials, but then wept bitterly. Tears of remorse. And perhaps, tears released in thanksgiving for what Peter at once may have recognized in Christ’s look from across the courtyard--forgiveness.  (Luke 22:61)

Sunday to Sunday

As we enter the mysteries of Holy Week, beginning with Palm Sunday, we circle around and around again to the meaning of “Jesus Christ is Lord.” How different the world looks—and how differently we view the world!—as we move from the hosannas of Palm Sunday to the Alleluia! of Easter Sunday! We learn anew what St. Peter proclaimed to Christ:

“You are the Christ, the son of the Living God.” (Matt. 6:16)