In Acts, we are first introduced to Saul (Paul) at the stoning of Stephen, the first recorded Christian martyr. After his conversion, Paul would look back at his persecution of the Church with deep remorse. How do you deal with regret in your life?
We hear today the final vison that John received. How do you imagine John thought about all the visions he had received from the Lord?
In his final prayer during the farewell discourse, Jesus speaks about his disciples as the Father’s gift to him. What gifts have God given you?
Today’s reading offers an excerpt from the “dissension and debate” taking place at the first Church council in Jerusalem over the question of male circumcision. How often do you experience conflict within your faith community?
One of John’s final visions depicts the heavenly Jerusalem where God’s presence is fully known in all its splendor. Why do you think this vision of heaven was revealed to John?
During his farewell discourse, Jesus reassured the disciples with the promise of the Holy Spirit and the promise of divine peace. When do you experience God’s presence this way in your life?
We hear in Acts how Paul and Barnabas formed Gentile-believing churches in cities of the eastern Roman Empire. What do you think is needed today to build a strong faith community?
In John’s final visions, he sees “a new Jerusalem” coming down from heaven. God is fully present with humanity and there is no more suffering and death. How often do you think about the end-times?
As Jesus discussed his impending death with the disciples, he presents them with “a new commandment: love one another.” In what ways are you challenged by this commandment?