May 10, 2020 5th SUNDAY OF EASTER –A

Acts of the Apostles: 6:1-7

Psalm 33

1 Peter 2:4-9

John 14:1-12

It is not right for us to neglect the word of God to serve at table.  Acts 6:2

Do not let your hearts be troubled.”  John 14:1

Lord Jesus, as your young church began to grow and include a diverse congregation new issues would be encountered. The Apostles were faced with a decision: they could continue to preach the gospel and not serve the needs of the Greek-speaking widows. Your words at the Last Supper may have come to mind to not let their hearts be troubled. The Holy Spirit led them to an important decision. They initiated a new ministry in the church: the order of deacons. These men were called and ordained by laying on of hands to the service of charity.  The widows would be served and the gospel proclaimed as well. Today, Lord, deacons serve the faithful in service at the altar, service of the word and service in charity just as at the beginning. Necessity is the mother of invention. Thank you Lord for the Holy Spirit that assures us that we will always have your interests at heart. Thank you also for the ordained deacons that serve us in our diocese. Bless them in their various ministries and bless their families as well. May those men discerning their vocation to the diaconate in our parish be blessed with the grace of wisdom.  Amen Alleluia