Today’s Catholic Reflection
Saul wanted to arrest the followers of Jesus. He sought permission from the high priest to do so in Damascus. On his journey, he was suddenly surrounded by a bright light. He fell to the ground and heard Jesus asking why he was persecuting Him. Blinded by the light, Saul was taken into the city, where he spent three days without sight or food.
Meanwhile, a disciple named Ananias received a vision from the Lord. He was told to find Saul and restore his sight. Ananias felt fear because of Saul's reputation for violence. Still, he obeyed the Lord's command. He laid hands on Saul, and scales fell from his eyes, restoring his vision. After being baptized, Saul stayed with the disciples in Damascus and began preaching about Jesus as the Son of God. This marked the start of an important mission to share the message of Christ.