Palm Sunday: True Humility, Hope, and Opposing the Death Penalty
In this Palm Sunday edition of "Know Before You Go," Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP, unpacks the powerful contrasts of the day: the joyful Triumphal Entry and the solemn Passion narrative. Why do we experience both as we begin Holy Week?
Fr. Scott delves into the concept of kenosis (Christ's self-emptying) from Philippians 2, revealing true humility as focusing on serving the world's needs rather than oneself. Jesus models this by embracing both the crowd's adoration and His impending suffering and death.
Linking the liturgy to current calls within the Church, Father highlights Pope Francis's emphasis during the Jubilee Year of Hope on abolishing the death penalty – a practice that contradicts hope and mercy, especially poignant as we remember Christ's own execution. He also touches on Isaiah's call to bring hope to the weary and marginalized.
Understand the significance of hearing the Passion on Palm Sunday and find encouragement to engage deeply with the upcoming Triduum liturgies (Holy Thursday & Good Friday). This reflection challenges us to move beyond ourselves and ask: What does the world need from me now? How can I serve?
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