We celebrate today the boundless mercy of God revealed in the risen Christ. The fear of the disciples after the crucifiction was met with, “peace be with you” from Jesus and not rebuke for abandoning him. The wounds of Jesus are not signs of defeat but signs of love. A reminder to us that God’s mercy is personal, sacriicial, and real. There is nothing we suffer beyond God’s healing power. Our failures, sins, doubts, and fears do not push God away; rather, they draw His mercy closer to us. We all, like Thomas, struggle with belief especially when life is difficult. Jesus does not reject Thomas for doubting but meets him where he is by inviting him: “put your finger here…do not doubt but believe.” Divine Mercy reminds us that faith is not about never struggling; it is about bringing our struggles honestly to Christ. Thomas’ doubt becomes a path to a deeper faith, leading him to proclaim one of the most beautiful confessions in Scripture: “My Lord and my God!” We are reminded this Sunday that mercy is not only something we receive; it is something we are called to share. Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit upon the disciples and gives them the mission of forgiveness. The Church becomes a community of mercy, called to bring healing to a wounded world. Are there are locked doors in our hearts —resentment, guilt, fear, disappointment. Jesus stands before those doors and says: “Peace be with you.” His mercy is greater than our sin, our doubts, and our past. No one is beyond the reach of His love. As we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday, let us remember that trust opens the door for mercy to transform our lives. Once we have received mercy, we must become instruments of mercy for others—through forgiveness, compassion, patience, and love. Amen. — Fr. Patrice.