As the season of Easter draws to a close, we are once again confronted with the essence of Christ’s message to His disciples and to us. The gospel reflects His emphasis on love and peace and the perfection of these two virtues in our lives. Our ambition to do this is a lifelong pursuit of discipleship. We grow in these virtues regarding our relationship to others, those whom we love, family and friends and the stranger as well.

Jesus would have us rejoice in these things and that is the true nature and purpose of lives lived with Christ and how we journey with Him throughout our lives.