Maryknoll Missionary Disciples

2024 Fifth Sunday of Easter

Apr 23, 2024 8:00:00 AM / by Fr. Joe Healey, MM

Theme: Union with Jesus Christ

Challenge: Make Jesus Christ the center of our lives.

JoeHealy Blog 5th Sunday Easter

The meaning of synod is “walking together.” In the Synodal Church we walk together in mission with Jesus Christ. The Gospel metaphor of “make your home in me, as I make my home in you” is a beautiful description of our relationship with Jesus Christ. A Ganda, Uganda proverb says relationship is in the eating together that can be the starting point for a rich eucharistic theology. In Holy Communion in receiving the body and blood of Jesus Christ we deepen our relation with the most important person in our lives Jesus Christ. And we deepen the relationship with each other in the Eucharistic Community.

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Topics: Easter, synodality

Fr. Joe Healey, MM

Written by Fr. Joe Healey, MM

Father Joe Healey, MM, a Maryknoll Missioner is known for his expertise in Small Christian Communities (Basic Ecclesial Communities), as well as his roles as a teacher, researcher, and prolific writer. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he earned his B.A. from Maryknoll Seminary in 1961, followed by a master's degree in theology from the University of Missouri in 1966 and a graduate degree from Creighton University in 1981. Ordained as a Maryknoll missionary priest in 1968, Father Healey dedicated his career to service in East Africa. His work focused on documenting missionary experiences, promoting interfaith dialogue, and evangelization models. Recognized for his contributions, he received the Pro Ecclesia Papal Medal of the Vatican in 1969 and the Msgr. Thomas A. Keissler Award from RENEW International in 2013. His enduring dedication to understanding and nurturing faith communities continues to have a profound impact.