Such a strange feeling.
Holy week has started. Without going to church.
Sure there are many Eucharistic Celebrations 'live-streamed' and broadcasted on TV, YouTube, or the web.
Still, sitting on the sofa or behind a computer screen is not the same as attending Mass. There is no need to 'get ready', no need to rush. There is no sense of a slight apprehensive anticipation of a solemn church service. It feels odd, just the two of us, instead of a church full of people.
Watching the screen, flicking between channels, wondering what is the best Mass to watch. Curious who will deliver the most inspirational message in this time of uncertainty. The readings are familiar. Will there be a message of love and hope?
Like a lot of people who have been going to church on a regular base, I feel isolated and disconnected. Even with my spiritual practices in place, not attending church feels odd.
Holy Week, we remember the Passion of Jesus, and wonder how this relates to my life? Palm Sunday of Passion Sunday, what is my take?
The triumphant entering of Jerusalem, am I waiting 'open-handed' to what is to come?
Am I part of the excited crowd, soon to turn into an angry mob, while others are simply standing by?
Will I join Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, and watch and wait?
Are we all in the garden, waiting for the lockdown to finish. Awaiting the resurrection of Jesus’ or waiting to get on with our lives?
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