Homily for Wednesday of the 7th Week of Easter

Jesus has always been a guide and protector for His disciples. In today's Gospel, He continues to care for them through His intercessory prayer. This prayer is a natural extension of the many ways He has served them since they began following Him. Similarly, when we pray for others, we demonstrate our care and serve them as Jesus did.

Jesus taught us the importance of intercessory prayer by praying for His disciples. Since then, praying for others has become integral to the Church's prayer life. The Apostle Paul also mentions praying for his congregations and encourages his followers to pray for him. This form of prayer has a long history in the Jewish tradition. Through intercessory prayer, we express our unity and connection with others in Christ.