Second Sunday of Easter  
Image of Thomas kneeling before the risen Christ. 
 
“Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.” Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!”
 
Let us Pray: Heavenly Father, we thank You for the great love shown in Jesus Christ, who willingly gave Himself as a ransom for all. Help us to grasp the depth of that sacrifice, to live in the victory of the empty tomb, and to carry that joy into the lives of those who suffer. Empower us by Your Spirit to place ourselves in their pain with compassion, to speak truth with gentleness, and to bring Your peace where there is fear. May our lives be living testimonies of Your grace so that others, through belief in Jesus, may receive eternal life. In the name of Jesus, we pray, Amen.
Scripture:  John 20: 27-28
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