This
simple expression of life touches our readings today (1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 27-31a and Luke 7: 11-17). In the Gospel
Jesus reminds all gathered at the city gate that they are spiritual beings in
the presence of God as he brings the widow’s son back to life. The value of our
life rests in our relationship with God and when we trust that relationship
wonderful things can happen.
Yes, the
world around us is human, imperfect but we are created in the image and
likeness of God. We are spiritual beings living this human experience. God is
always present. If we invest in God’s presence, if we stay connected to God’s
presence the richness of our relationship with God can be experienced. God is
always waiting. God is always ready to help.
Our first
reading from Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians talks about the Church as
one body with many parts. Once again if we listen to Paul’s words we learn that
we are spiritual people, intimately in relationship with God. God needs to be
first. Care and concern for others is the primary task. Compassion is the
attribute that enable all to experience the presence of God. We are asked by
Paul to strive for the spiritual gifts no matter where we find ourselves in the
Body of Christ.
Today, on
the memorial of Saint John Chrysostom, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, let us
pray for all Church leaders that they will always serve with compassion and
love. Let us pray for ourselves that we will always embrace the spirit of God
as we journey through this human experience.
Have a
great Tuesday everyone!
Daily
Prayer:
Loving
God,Thank you for your presence during the hard and mean days.
For then we have you to lean upon.
Thank you for your presence during the bright and sunny days.
For then we can share that which we have with those who have less.
Thank you for your presence during the Holy Days and Holidays.
For then we are able to celebrate you and our families and our friends.
For those who have no voice, we ask you to speak.
For those who feel unworthy, we ask you to pour your love out in waterfalls of tenderness.
For those who live in pain, we ask you to bathe them in the river of your healing.
For those who are lonely, we ask you to keep them company.
For those who are depressed, we ask you to shower upon them the light of hope.
Loving
God, You, the borderless sea of substance, we ask you to give to all the world
that which we need most—Peace.
(Adapted from a Prayer by Maya Angelou)
A
Runner’s Thoughts: “My philosophy on running is, I don't dwell on it, I do
it.” (Joan Benoit Samuelson) My
theology of running is to not to just think about God as I run but to bring God
with me one my runs!
Daily
Blessing:
Tuesday greetings and blessings to all. It is looks to be another beautiful day
here in Pelham. The last couple of days
have been really nice with lower temps especially at night. I hope you morning
and day are starting off well and that the weather where you are will energize
you and help you to enjoy and live this new day!
As we
begin this day hopefully it will be a day rich in the blessings of God. I pray
all of you will have a good day one rich in the grace of God. May you encounter
many smiles, many good people and much love.
Have a good day everyone and know of my prayers for you today and
always. Peace in Christ’s Passion…Fr. Paul
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