"The multiplication of the loaves and fishes that we read about at Sunday Mass [last] week was a miracle so astonishing that it is recounted in all four Gospels. And a second, similar instance is recorded in another Gospel. In other words, this sort of miracle by Jesus is recounted five times within the four Gospels.
"There are many theological reasons for this. Clearly, Jesus was fulfilling the promise of Moses: that after him a greater One would arise who would also feed the people mysteriously with bread. There are also many Eucharistic and spiritual dimensions to the miracle.
"But in this reflection I would like to ponder the notion that this miracle of satisfying our physical hunger is one writ large in our times. While many wish that the astounding miracles of the Scriptures were more evident today, I would like to argue that the miracle of the loaves and fishes and God's promise to care for His people is right before our very eyes.
"And while there is hunger in the world today, it is not due to God, but to human struggles and human sinfulness."
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish,
Washington, DC) reflected on the issue of hunger in today's world and on the availability of resources to address this challenge.
To access Msgr. Pope’s complete post, please visit:
Community in Mission: Of Plenty, Population, and Trust: A Further Reflection on the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes (26 JUL 15)
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