Comments on: Saturday March 11, 2023: The Prodigal Daughter

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 16:40:33 +0000

Thanks John for sharing your story…a great testament to the joy of forgiveness and reconciliation! In the gospel, it is also understandable why the brother felt that way…I’m sure we’d probably feel the same. But, the father, just as our Father in heaven, is loving and forgiving. Let us trust in God’s endless mercy and love!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 15:45:02 +0000

Thank you John for sharing this story about your family. I have gone through a similar situation with my daughter but it only lasted a month. Our relationship is good now thank God. Praying Jesus continues to bless you and your family ☺️🙏🏼

By: Sunny

Sunny — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 15:28:13 +0000

Thank you for sharing your story and bringing light into the meaning of today’s readings.

By: Helen

Helen — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 15:09:13 +0000

Thank you for sharing your story John.I’m glad that you and Elise were able to salvage your relationship with your daughter and that love and forgiveness on both sides brought you closer and mended fences.
God does indeed move in mysterious ways.

By: Laura

Laura — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 14:35:45 +0000

I love this one John. What a true testament to the bumpiness of family life….and the choices we make to forgive, or not. Forgiveness opens the doors to healing. I guess Jesus knew that it was best for us. May He give us all the grace to forgive others. Amen.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 14:22:10 +0000

Wonderful reflection, Dr. Ciribassi. Thank you.

By: Lar

Lar — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 14:10:13 +0000

Thank you for the reflection. I think so many of us can identify with your experience. I know looking back I have been the prodigal daughter, and I have witnessed this so many times in my own family &with relatives, friends. Life is short and holding grudges & resentment robs you & them of precious time together. I hope we can all trust Jesus & put our fears, worries & differences at the foot of cross. God bless you & your family.

By: Ann

Ann — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 13:36:59 +0000

Your reflection touched my heart and soul. I never associated our situation with this gospel. Thank you for sharing a difficult time.in your life.