Mark tells us in today's Gospel that not only did a large number of people follow Jesus from Galilee, Judea, Jerusalem, Idumea, Tyre and Sidon, but that Jesus asked for a boat to keep these crowds from crushing him. (cf. Mk 3:7-12). Sounds like the frenzy stirred up by today's Rock Stars. Yes, they were looking for healing, a "quick fix", but nevertheless, they came and Jesus accommodated them. Where are such crowds at our weekend Masses and Worship Services? What has happened?
No one seems to be able to pinpoint the reason for the "Rock Star's" decline in popularity.St. John Paul II, showman that he was, drew large crowds; Pope Francis similarly, and spiritual healings, conversions and vocations have resulted, but not on a large scale. 'Blockbuster" movies take in millions for a few weekends, but after three weeks or so, sink from the headlines as the crowds rush to the next attraction. Perhaps whimsy, a penchant for the latest fad or gadget are bred into our bones, and only a firmer faith will allow us to build on a rock bottom foundation. Something to ponder as we visualize those Jesus-crushing crowds of yore.
Bro. Rene
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