On this Sunday we remember the parable of the Prodigal Son. The focus of this parable is repentance, the idea of acknowledging our mistakes and making the effort to change our ways for the better. Through this parable we also see how transformative God’s Grace is in the context of confession. We all sin against God, we all make mistakes, we all hurt our family and friends at some point, BUT God still loves us, and even if we feel undeserving God always offers us forgiveness. I pray this parable open our hearts to the transformative sacrament that is confession during this coming Lenten season.
The readings for this Sunday are:
Orthros Gospel: Luke 24:13-35
Epistle Reading: I Corinthians 6:12-20
Liturgy Gospel: Luke 15:11-32