PRODIGAL SON

Fourth Sunday of Lent: Year C Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 Im wearing a color Rose vestment today because the fourth sunday of lent is known as Laetari Sunday. Laetari means “REJOICE”. The color is purely liturgical, not politically motivated. Why to rejoice? First, the fasting is almost over. We are on a relaxation mode of the penitential character of the Lenten season. We have to rejoice for one more week to go it will be Easter. Second, we need to be joyful because we have a God who never tired of welcoming us. His delight is forgiveness. Mercy is His name after love. Our Gospel for today is the most famous bible story and it speaks about God’s immense love for us. Brethren, today, I have good news to tell you: GOD LOVES YOU. This is very consoling statement. He came not to condemn but to save. He never gets tired of forgiving us. You know what, even if we are prone and incline to error and sin; Jesus’ mercy and unconditional love always rescues us. He proved His love by dying on the cross. Because of His great love, He keeps on waiting for our return. God doesnt care whether we are the most notorious sinners or not. He sees all the ugly pieces of our life but still chooses to love us. Friends, we cannot stop God to love us again and again. We have a God who is not tired of giving us chances. When we return to Him He is willing to restore back our dignity. This is Lent is all about: returning to God. Blessings Fr. Jhack