In today's Gospel for Mass Jesus said to His Apostles: "Do not think that I have come to bring peace upon the earth. I have come to bring not peace but the sword. For I have come to set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law; and one's enemies will be those of his household." (Matt. 10:34)

Has this happened to you? Have you battled with your loved one's over Christ? If we are a devout follower of Our Lord, I'm sure you have. But how long has it been since there was this conflict; and are you still holding a grudge? Maybe you aren't holding any grudge's because of your love of the Lord; but maybe the other party is. Sometimes we have these conflicts and it takes years to let go. It's amazing how time flies, especially when you're busy and don't communicate with the other person or persons.

Maybe it's time to make up! The Lord wants that, you know. How about a telephone call, or a letter, or even a birthday card. You could say "I miss you!" or some other nice greeting. The important thing is to take that first step in reconciliation, to bring together the two separated parties. It's time to forgive and forget! Think about it. I have!
Deacon John