Friday of the Sixth Week of Easter May 6, 2005 Scripture: Acts 18:9-18; John 16:20-23 Reflection: The Scriptures of today remind me of oceans, and of nights and days. They speak to me of washing away the rubbish on the shore with every wave and the eternal promise that a new day will follow each dark night. The Scriptures call us to remember and to forget. God made a promise to Paul and to us as well: “ Do not be afraid, I am with you.” Let us remember that promise. John speaks about “a woman who does not remember” (she forgets) the pain of childbirth because of her present joy. We are called to remember and to forget. May we let go (forget) of past hurts and disappointments and remember God’s promise of fidelity. Like the ocean’s waves, let us be washed clean each day. Like the promise of day after the night, let us remember that each new day gives us another opportunity for Life. Suggested Action: If you are holding on to some past hurt, remember God’s promise to be with us always. Pray for the grace to forget, to be reconciled and to be re-membered. Sr. Donna Korba, IHM El Quiche, Guatemala