Today’s visit to the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes and the shore’s edge of the Sea of Galilee resonated with me for many reasons—not just because both Gospel readings center on food and eating and the fact I’ve been in the restaurant business for over 30 years.

America Media is in the Holy Land on pilgrimage February 23 – March 4, 2018. With Father James Martin, S.J., as our guide, we’re exploring the land of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection. Join us and our pilgrims here on a virtual pilgrimage as we offer videos and reflections each day.

In today’s Gospel, at the Mass celebrated at San Tommaso Da Villanova Church located in Castel Gandolfo, Jesus asks, “Why do you not know how to interpret the present time?”

I was asked to share a reflection of my experiences thus far of this amazing journey.

On Oct. 24, we celebrated Mass at the Church of the Gesu, the mother church of the Society of Jesus.

Yesterday, I had the chance to serve as deacon for Mass in the Church of St. Ignatius in Rome. It was a beautiful liturgy on a crystal blue day shared with family and friends. What a joyous opportunity!