June 28, 2026
Well, during these summer months of Ordinary time, discipleship training continues. Our Gospel this weekend challenges us to consider carefully the cost of discipleship.
At times, the members of the Early Church had to leave what was familiar, so as to heed the Lord's call to introduce people to life under His dominion and to build His Kingdom. For the disciple, this required a willingness to commit to the Lord's mission. And so it is for us.
At times, those first followers of Christ had to re-frame their commitments to family and friends in light of the demands of the Gospel. A relationship with the Lord had put them on a new trajectory. His agenda became more and more their agenda. And so it is to be with us.
At times, the disciples had to re-align their personal priorities, so that they could be more readily available for service in the Lord's vineyard. Whatever the distractions that might have gotten in the way, or whatever the excuses there might have been, would have only impaired their availability. The Lord, rather, wanted their undivided hearts. Such are His hopes for us too.
No matter if it may be summertime or any other one of the seasons of the year, there is no vacation from a vocation. Our holy vocation in Christ requires of us all to strive with every fiber of our being to follow Christ unreservedly, because of our love for Him. Such love and loyalty is the foundation of discipleship.
Yes; today's readings promise that if we can escape from the shackles of our distractions and attachments, we would be happier, freer, and more peaceful. Excellent training, indeed, for confident discipleship in Christ!
Father Davis