Vangelo del 12 Aprile 2026: Giovanni 20,19-31 con il commento di Sr.Nella Letizia Castrucci
·7 min
The episode begins with a reading of John 20:19-31, describing the events on the evening of the first day of the week after Jesus' resurrection. The disciples are locked in a room out of fear of the Jewish authorities. Jesus suddenly appears among them, saying 'Peace be with you,' and shows them his hands and side, bringing them joy. He then sends them as the Father sent him and breathes on them, giving them the Holy Spirit and the authority to forgive sins. Thomas, one of the Twelve, was not present during this first appearance. When the other disciples tell him they have seen the Lord, Thomas insists he will not believe unless he sees and touches Jesus' wounds. Eight days later, Jesus appears again to the disciples, this time with Thomas present. Jesus invites Thomas to touch his wounds, and Thomas responds with the declaration, 'My Lord and my God.' Jesus then says, 'Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.' The Gospel concludes by stating that many other signs were not written, but these were written so that readers may believe Jesus is the Christ and have life in his name. Don Franco Mastrolonardo's commentary follows, emphasizing the disciples' paralysis from fear and Jesus' non-judgmental approach in offering peace. He highlights how Jesus confirms his identity by showing his wounds, leading to the disciples' recognition and joy. The commentary notes that these fearful apostles are then sent on a mission, empowered by the Holy Spirit, which Jesus gives by breathing on them. The repeated phrase 'literally insufflating' in the transcript appears to be a textual error or emphasis on the act of breathing. The episode is structured as a daily Gospel reading with commentary, aimed at providing spiritual reflection for listeners.
