Shared belief is easier to grow and maintain than isolated belief. The story of Mary Magdala, Peter, and John witnessing the empty tomb in today’s Gospel reading is similar to how we share faith in recovery fellowships: one person sees God work a miracle, shares it with a few others, and together their faith and hope multiplies. The gift of recovery, just like the gift of life, can only be fully realized when we seek to give it away by sharing it with others.

The resurrection of our Lord continues to propel the growth of Christian communities and fellowships. While Jesus entered into the way of self-sacrifice and surrender to overcome death, He rose to bring new life to each of us. As people in recovery, we can find strength in the truth of His resurrection: “Just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might live in newness of life” (Romans 6:4).

Reflection Questions

• How have isolation and loneliness been transformed into freedom and unity in your life?
• How has your hope in the resurrection of Jesus been shaped by your own personal resurrection in recovery?

Sunday Mass Readings

1st Reading: Acts 10:34, 37-43
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23
2nd Reading: Colossians 3:1-4
Gospel: John 20:1-9

Holy Week Meeting Reflections

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