Saturday: Feast of Matthias, Apostle May 14, 2005 Scripture: Genesis 11:19; Romans 8:22 – 27; John 7:37 – 39 Reflection: I wonder about so many things when it comes to the mystery of our God. A few days earlier, Mary and the other followers of Jesus watched sorrowfully as Jesus disappeared from view. I assume the crowd ran back into the upper room waiting anxiously for the Spirit to come. What did they think about as they waited? What did they say to one another? Were they afraid? The followers of Jesus had so many questions. These are the same questions that I have today during this Easter Season. I - we have so many questions: why do we have war, natural disasters, violent actions, angry people? These are questions to which I have no answer, save the one that is found in the gospel for today, “Let anyone who thirsts, come to me and drink.” It is Jesus who will fill us with the Spirit who will enable us to go out among the people and share the good news of the gospel. Suggested Action: Listen to running water and reflect on the idea that Jesus is filling us with the water of life and love. Think about how you can share that “living water” with others. Sr. Claire Marie Kulp, IHM Pittston, Pennsylvania