Acts 15:1-6 / John 15:1-8
In the 1st reading, there was a disagreement about the practice of circumcision.
There were long arguments, and the apostles and the elders had to meet to look into the matter.
But for a group of people to be united in one faith and one practice, they also must have a common love.
It is only with that common love for Jesus that the early Church can grow and be what it is today.
But as Jesus said in the gospel, He is the vine and we are the branches.
In order to be united in love and bear fruit, we must be pruned.
We must cut off what leads us to sin that will cause disunity and scandals.
Let us remain close to Jesus and make our home in Him.
With the common love for Jesus and united in His love, we will also be able to bear fruits of faith and love.