27 December • To Be Loved by Jesus (Feast of St. John the Evangelist)
What does it truly mean to be the "disciple whom Jesus loved"?
In today’s A Word of Hope, Father Tom Lynch, pastor of St. Pius V Church in Chicago, reflects on the Feast of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist. Looking at the resurrection account where John and Peter run to the empty tomb, Fr. Tom explores the profound identity of John as the beloved disciple.
This reflection isn't just about a saint from the past; it is about you. Jesus’ love is not limited by time or person. He loves you for who you are in your past, who you are in your present, and the person you have the potential to become.
Join us for this inspiring message on self-discovery through the eyes of God. As St. John wrote, "Beloved, we are God's children now."
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⏱️ Video Timeline:
- 00:00 - Welcome & Introduction with Fr. Tom Lynch
- 00:12 - Celebrating St. John the Apostle and Evangelist
- 00:21 - The Gospel Account: Peter and John at the Tomb
- 00:50 - Reflection: What does it mean to know you are loved by Jesus?
- 01:15 - Understanding that God's love is limitless
- 01:51 - How Jesus sees your full potential (Past, Present, and Future)
- 02:36 - Love as an act of Self-Discovery
- 02:50 - Reading from the First Letter of John ("We are God's children")
- 03:18 - Closing Blessing
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