Monday of the Third Week of Easter

In today’s reading, Stephen begins performing great signs and wonders. These acts threaten members of the Jewish community. Stephen “over debates” the men. As a reaction, the Jewish men begin making false accusations. This incident can be seen as parallel to the treatment of Jesus.

This same scenario has continued for hundreds of years. When I thought about it being applied in recent times, Dr. Martin Luther King came to my mind.

As Christians, we can expect and should not be surprised at this hostility. We have to find within ourselves a love that can replace hatred and a peace to replace anger.

Ann Rizzi