Last Sunday in Ordinary Time and the Last Sunday of the Church Year

November 20, 2016

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Last Sunday in Ordinary Time and the Last Sunday of the Church Year

When a Permanent Deacon dies in the Archdiocese of Dubuque, at the end of the funeral Mass, the members of the deacon community, dressed in their albs and white stoles, form an honor guard as the casket is brought from the church to the hearse.  As the deceased deacon passes the honor guard, all of the deacons are chanting, “Jesus – remember me, when you come into your kingdom.  Jesus remember me, when you come into your kingdom…”

This very special tribute / prayer, is a tribute to not only the deceased deacon but to the honor and glory of God our Savior.  In the Gospel reading today, we are reminded of the story of the good thief at the side of Jesus on the cross.  Remember, Jesus Christ our King keeps His promises.  One day we, His faithful disciples, will be with Him in Paradise.

“Jesus – remember me, when you come into your kingdom.  Jesus remember me, when you come into your kingdom…”