Religion News: Peace

A reading from the Gospel of John

Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

What did Jesus mean?

Rather than greeting one another with a handshake, Hebrew men at the time of Christ welcomed or parted ways with the words, “Shalom, shalom” —which means peace.  But Jesus didn’t say “Peace,” but said “My peace, I give you.”

Jesus lived a life of peace, and was offering his followers peace in at least three specific areas. 

Peace with God, Peace within themselves and Peace with others.

This was a reminder of his love and encouragement for us all to live a peaceful life with others and love each other.

Our Grades Five and Six students have prepared a beautiful Liturgy on Peace which will be celebrated with the whole school tomorrow.

Kind Regards,

Sue Benc