We are all called to Mission (Acts 15 7-21, John 15 9-11) May 23 homily
The Apostles gather to discuss and debate about the conversion of the Gentiles. This connects with our parish regarding the Alpha program, and how it is meant to reach outside of our walls to introduce people to the person of Christ. God showed the Apostles that He wanted them to go out to all nations to spread the message out to all people. The Apostles were discussing how His miracles were ocurring among the Gentiles. God wants His joy to spread to all people, and we are called to share that joy with them. James tells us not to withhold the treasure for ourselves. God looks favourably on the Gentiles, and He wants them to seek Him. We are all called to the mission to go and announce the Gospel. The Mass is food for the mission, so we can bring Jesus to all people. Let's think about who we can share the Gospel with. We are not responsible for the results, but we are responsible for the invitation. Let's invite them to come and see, and let God do the work.