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| | Feast of St. Mark, Evangelist 25 SHOWING OFF HUMILITY So humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time. – 1 Peter 5:6 People in the community see Vince as a humble servant. He can serve on stage in front of the crowd and he has no qualms about serving in the background. But Vince has a secret. He takes on lowly roles because he needs to show that he’s humble. His neediness is fed whenever people praise him for doing such “humble” acts. It makes him feel his worth and twistedly validates his virtue of humility. He misunderstood the verse above, thinking he should do humble acts for God so that others may exalt him. But when his acts aren’t appreciated, he feels empty. Years later, through caring group sessions with his closest friends, he recognized this underlying intention. He thought that people defined his worth by his family background, and because he came from a broken family, showing off humble acts recognized by others would elevate his stature. Today he continues to take steps to acknowledge that his worth is rooted in being a child of God. He examines his intentions regularly whenever doing humble acts making sure it’s his expression of love for God regardless if he was praised for it or not.Carlo Lorenzo (carloflorenzo@yahoo.com) REFLECTION: “You know that our Lord does not look at the greatness or difficulty of our action, but at the love with which you do it.” (St. Therese of Lisieux) Holy Spirit, help me discern my true intentions in everything that I do. Help me be a character of love so that I may show love whether in great or humble ways. St. Mark, evangelist, pray for us. | |
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| | COMPANION | 1ST READING It is good to be reminded to be vigilant for the work of the enemy in our lives. Do not forget that the devil’s aim is to destroy your relationship with God. He does not care how long it takes him. He will wait for years to initiate a plan in your life if he believes that will maximize his success. Peter wants us to be alert to the devil’s tricks and deceptions so that we will prevail in the battle against sin and temptation. 1 Peter 5:5-14 5 Beloved: Clothe yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for: “God opposes the proud but bestows favor on the humble.” 6 So humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time. 7 Cast all your worries upon him because he cares for you. 8 Be sober and vigilant. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in faith, knowing that your brothers and sisters throughout the world undergo the same sufferings. 10 The God of all grace who called you to his eternal glory through Christ Jesus will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered a little. 11 To him be dominion forever. Amen. 12 I write you this briefly through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, exhorting you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Remain firm in it. 13 The chosen one at Babylon sends you greeting, as does Mark, my son. 14 Greet one another with a loving kiss. Peace to all of you who are in Christ. P S A L M Psalm 89:2-3, 6-7, 16-17 R: For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord. 1 [2] The favors of the Lord I will sing forever; through all generations my mouth shall proclaim your faithfulness. 2 [3] For you have said, “My kindness is established forever”; in heaven you have confirmed your faithfulness. (R) 5 [6] The heavens proclaim your wonders, O Lord, and your faithfulness, in the assembly of the holy ones. 6 [7] For who in the skies can rank with the Lord? Who is like the Lord among the sons of God? (R) 15 [16] Blessed the people who know the joyful shout; in the light of your countenance, O Lord, they walk. 16 [17] At your name they rejoice all the day, and through your justice they are exalted. (R) GOSPEL We are all called to share in the work of the Gospel. The words of Jesus commissioning His disciples are words applicable to us as well. It is important for us to reflect on them and take them into the depths of our hearts so that we will not only be convinced they are for us but that we will act upon them as well. GOSPEL ACCLAMATION We proclaim Christ crucified; he is the power of God and the wisdom of God. Mark 16:15-20 15 Jesus appeared to the Eleven and said to them: “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature. 16 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved; whoever does not believe will be condemned. 17 These signs will accompany those who believe: in my name they will drive out demons, they will speak new languages. 18 They will pick up serpents with their hands, and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not harm them. They will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.” 19 Then the Lord Jesus, after he spoke to them, was taken up into heaven and took his seat at the right hand of God. 20 But they went forth and preached everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the word through accompanying signs. READING 2nd READING TODAY’S BLESSING LIST think: The words of Jesus commissioning His disciples are words applicable to us as well. T O D A Y ’ S BLESSING LIST Thank You Lord for: ____________________________________ _______________________________________________________ God’s special verse/thought for me today________________ _________________________________________________________ READ THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR Numbers 16-18 Numbers 16-18 | |
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| | SABBATH | PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS Mark, the evangelist, was a disciple of Peter. In his Gospel account, you will notice his constant references to Peter. It was from Peter that Mark learned about the life and person of Jesus. Mark presents a simple and vivid account of the humanity of Jesus, not so much in what Jesus said but what He did. Various themes abound in Mark’s work including the messianic secret, discipleship, and the misunderstandings of the disciples as they grapple with the mystery of the person of Jesus. Mark is often associated with an image of the (winged) lion depicting the royal line of Jesus, the Son of David. Tradition tells us that Mark set up community in Alexandria. The Gospel today gives us a succinct account of Jesus’ ascension, bringing to the end His earthly life. It now completes what was begun – baptizing, preaching, teaching and healing. In and through our lives, we proclaim the Good News. The Gospel tells us of the various signs that accompany those who believe: casting out devils, speaking in tongues, picking up snakes, unharmed when drinking deadly poison, and healing the sick. These miracles were attributed to the first disciples in the foundation of this new community of faith. But they need not stop with the early disciples. Miracles can and still happen. Each day we wake up to a new day of opportunities to heal, teach, pray and lead people to Christ. The baptized have a duty to see that the Good News is proclaimed, perhaps not through words but by the simple witness of a faithful life. People of faith inspire us with their lives. They preach the Gospel by their very lives of faithfulness to the Lord. They witness to God who protects us in harmful or threatening situations. They witness healing of the Lord through their hands or comforting words. We are to imitate these people of faith. Where do we find them? They are among our peers, colleagues and acquaintances at work and recreation. They are found among family members, in church or in shopping centers. Wherever these believers go, they preach through their lives. Are you one of them? Fr. Brian Steele, MGL REFLECTION QUESTIONS: How can you advance the Gospel in your life? Mark has set an example. What can you do to complete it? Lord Jesus, thank You for the grace to witness to my faith. May I show it through my life. Amen. | |
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