Apr 19

Confessing Thomas

St. Thomas is well-known for his doubt after hearing the news of Jesus’ resurrection. Yet Thomas’ unwillingness to believe was probably more than just doubt– it was a strategy to not get his hopes up, in case the news was too good to be true. Jesus encourages us to let go of the fear that our hope in God will be disappointed. Jesus invites us to confidently believe in him, even when we cannot see what he is doing in the world and in our lives.

About The Author

Fr. Lorenzo was raised in a close-knit Catholic family and grew up in Arlington, Texas. During his undergraduate studies he discovered Anglicanism and became actively involved in a local parish. He studied theology at Yale Divinity School and Wycliffe College, University of Toronto. Prior to his ordination, Fr. Lorenzo served as a hospital chaplain in Dallas. In his free time, he enjoys singing, weightlifting, and spending time with his wife Jennifer.