‘In the Gospel’

In the Gospel, two followers of Jesus Christ leave Jerusalem after His death. We are not told exactly why. Maybe they simply needed to get away. Many of us know that feeling. For us, “Emmaus” might mean shopping, going to the movies, spending time with friends, keeping busy, or even throwing ourselves into work or our routine. Emmaus becomes whatever we do to distract ourselves when life feels overwhelming.

The disciples were trying to make sense of what they believed was humanity’s greatest tragedy. As they walk along the dusty road, they hear footsteps behind them. A stranger joins them, listens to their sorrow and speaks with them. Yet, they do not recognize Him. Only later, when they invite Him to stay and share a meal, does everything change. He takes bread, blesses it, breaks it and suddenly their eyes are opened. They realize it is the risen Lord, who has been walking beside them all along. Visit: prayerscircle.com