6th Sunday of Easter

The 6th Sunday of Easter is part of the “Farewell Discourse” coming after the Last Supper and before his arrest. The discourse runs over several chapters. The disciples are beginning to overcome their shock that Jesus is leaving them. They have pummeled Him with questions and now He lays out for them the way forward: hold dear the commandments, especially love, do not fear, for the Advocate will come who will teach and remind them of all the Jesus said and did.  By this they will know peace.

There is a lot to unpack in these verses, so grab your favorite beverage and take some time on the back porch.

Full Text of the Gospel
Detailed Commentary on the Gospel

Christ’s Final Address to the Apostles | Bona Duccio di Buoninsegna, 1380 | from the Maesta Altar | Siena, Museo dell’Opera del Duomo