Wednesday of the 7th week of Eastertide
First reading Acts 20:28-38
“There is more happiness in giving than in receiving” (Acts 20:35) beautifully encapsulates the spirit of this waiting time between the Ascension and Pentecost—a time when the Church is called to rediscover the joy of selfless service. As Paul bids farewell to the elders of Ephesus, he reminds them that every role in the Church is a gift of the Holy Spirit, entrusted not for personal advantage but for the good of others. This period of anticipation becomes, therefore, a sacred opportunity to purify our intentions, to embrace again the truth that authentic Christian leadership is marked by generosity, not status. In giving of ourselves—our time, our gifts, our love—we participate more deeply in the life of Christ, who gave everything for our salvation. As we await the fire of Pentecost, let us prepare our hearts to receive the Spirit by choosing the path of joyful sacrifice, remembering that it is in self-giving that we most resemble the Lord we serve.
Don Giorgio