During Easter and in times of loss, it is good to experience the journey of the disciples to Emmaus (Luke 24) and encounter the Risen Christ through their story. This can be done on an actual pilgrimage or at home with appropriate preparation.
• The disciples left the site of Christ’s death in disappointment when the Risen One joined them. They did not recognize Him and poured out their grief to Him. Jesus listened.
We, too, can bring our disappointments, grief, and burdens to Jesus, freely and thoroughly.
• Then Jesus retells the same story from His perspective—as a story of salvation and victory. It is good to listen in silence, to hear His response, or simply to feel the peace of Christ in our hearts even if we hear no words.
• The disciples invited Jesus to stay with them.
We can make the same decision: ask Jesus to remain with you, and you stay with Him. Let Him show you everything through His eyes, and lift your heart to Him throughout the day.
