Sixth Sunday of Easter – May 10, 2026 – Sr. Gerry Bolzan, SNDdeN John 14: 15 -21 So often in the gospels the Pharisees are portrayed in a less than positive light. As some of the religious leaders of the day, they take their role seriously to figure out who this Jesus is. They follow him, observe his actions, listen to his words and try to determine if Jesus is really the long-awaited Messiah. Some try to stump him, to prove that he is not a true and upstanding Jew. But Jesus does not shy away from them. He takes every opportunity to tell his story, to preach the Kingdom, the Beloved Community. In today’s gospel Jesus is invited to dine at the home of one of the Pharisees. There’s no mention of his disciples being with him so maybe he is on his own. We can assume that the others who are present are also Pharisees or at least family and friends of the host. So why has he been invited? At best, it is so these people can get to know Jesus better. And maybe that’s why they are all trying to get the best seats. They […]