The God who created the universe single-handedly and holds it in His hand does not save it singlehandedly. He seeks the collaboration of all. But over and above this general cooperation, He also chooses, calls and sends some individuals to be the heralds of His messages and the special instruments of His love. We call these people prophets and apostles. Their lives are a mixture of ordinary weakness and exceptional strength, of humiliating defeats and resounding victories. But in spite of such disconcerting contrasts, if they do their best, as Isaiah, Paul, and Peter did, the world will be better for this and good will triumph over evil. Today, we witness a miraculous catch of fish, which symbolizes the mission of Jesus and his associates to save mankind from the forces of evil, symbolized by the stormy seas. In every generation and community of believers, Jesus, the Divine Fisherman, continues to invite people to share in his mission of saving mankind from the clutches of evil in all its forms. The response to Jesus’ invitation demands generosity and perseverance. In this Eucharist, we will pray in a special manner that all those who are called to fulfill this task may respond generously and persevere faithfully till the end of their life.
