Overview:
Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion
The liturgy this Sunday begins with a reflection upon Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As Matthew’s account of the ministry of Jesus heads to a close, his healings, teaching, compassion, forgiveness, and inclusion of the least of those in society has gained a massive following. Crowds seek him out. Throngs of followers are proclaiming him the Son ...
The article discusses the concept of self-emptying as central to understanding Jesus' life and ministry. Self-emptying is described as a disposition that fosters empathy and enables one to be radically present to others. This concept invites readers to reflect on their own barriers to self-emptying and encourages participation in Christ's high ethic of love, which requires dismantling defenses, excuses, and self-promoting tendencies.
The article can be seen as a call to action for Christians, ur...