Chosen for Friendship: The Hidden Apostle's Legacy | Daily Readings | May 14, 2025

May 14, 2025 - Daily Catholic Lectionary Readings for the Feast of Saint Matthias, Apostle

Discover the extraordinary story of the apostle chosen after the resurrection - a faithful disciple who followed Jesus from the beginning without recognition, then stepped into apostolic leadership through divine election. Experience how Matthias bridges the gap between those who walked with Jesus in Galilee and all who follow the risen Christ today.

Our reflection explores:
1. How the overlooked disciple became the apostle who completed the Twelve
2. What it means to be elevated from servant to friend of Jesus
3. The connection between divine election and unexpected elevation
4. How sustained relationship produces lasting spiritual fruit

Readings covered:
Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Psalm 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8; John 15:9-17

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Reading I
01:35 Psalm Response
04:49 Gospel
05:43 Reflection

Perfect for anyone serving faithfully without recognition, navigating major decisions through discernment, seeking deeper friendship with Christ, or wondering how their own story connects to the apostolic witness.

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