9/30/11

Lectio: Lk 10.17-24

“Nevertheless, do not rejoice because the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice because your names are written in heaven.” Lk 10.20

“O God, You created all of us different in all our strengths and weaknesses but You have made us all equal in the most complete way - You have made us Your children.

I remember Jesus told His followers to rejoice not because of the their works and powers but because their names are written in heaven.

Grant that I may rejoice exceedingly because You, who are all-merciful, have written the names of Your children in heaven.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “rejoice” - Jesus wants all to be happy; true and lasting joy is only possible in heaven; all of us are invited to heaven; all we have to do is to live a life of selfless love and we will find that at the end of our life, heaven is our lasting and joy-filled home. In
prayer thank God for being so generous, kind and merciful towards all of us.

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 21.33-43

9/29/11

Lectio: Lk 10.13-16

“Yet truly, Tyre and Sidon will be forgiven more in the judgment than you will be.” Lk 10.14

“O God, You are so kind and merciful.

I remember Jesus told His disciples that even the great sinners in Tyre and Sidon will be forgiven more in the final judgement. Why? Because You take into account the time, talent and the brokeness of all your children and You desire that none of Your children be lost.

Grant that I may rejoice always in You for You are a kind and merciful God who only wants the best for Your children and only wants their love in return.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “God’s mercy” - available to all; to even the greatest sinners, even if our turning is only in the last moment of our lives - remember the Good Thief on the cross, remember Jesus’ words that it is not the will of His Father that He should lose anyone for whom He was sent but should bring them to eternal life. (Jn 6.39). And Jesus certainly was sent for those who were baptized because they became His brothers and sisters through it.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 10.17-24

9/28/11

Lectio: Jn 1.47-51

“Jesus saw Nathaniel coming toward him and said of him. ‘Here is a true Israelite. There is no duplicity in him’.” Jn 1.47

“O God, deceit is abhorrent to You.

I remember Jesus praised Nathaniel because ‘There is no duplicity in him.’
Grant that I may strive to always be honest and forthright in all things and in all dealings.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “duplicity” - deceptive; dishonest, hypocritical, false. Resolve with God’s grace to be a person of love and integrity so that what people see and hear is what I am.

Tomorrow’s reading: Lk 10.13-16

9/27/11

Lectio: Lk 9.57-62

“But he [Jesus] answered him, ‘Let the dead bury the dead. But you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God’.” Lk 9.60

“O God, we must listen carefully what is said to us in Scripture; otherwise we can miss its meaning.

I remember Jesus is quoted as saying, ‘Let the dead bury the dead. But you go and proclaim’ - How insensitive if we take it literally but when we realize it is hyperbole used to emphasize the importance of evangelizing - it then makes much sense.

Grant that when I read Scripture and encounter difficult passages to stop and seek guidance before accepting its literal meaning.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “Scripture” - Word of God, divinely inspired, written in the style of the time of its composition; meaning sometime obscure; but always meaningful. Resolve to pray to the Holy Spirit before reading Scripture to be with me as I engage the text so that my reading Scripture will be both fruitful and prayerful.

Tomorrow’s reading: Jn 1.47-51 (Feast of the Archangels, Michael, Gabriel and Raphael)

9/26/11

Lectio: Lk 9.51-56

“When the disciples, James and John, saw this, they asked, ‘Lord, do you want us to call down fire from heaven and consume them’?” Lk 9.54

“O God, You are all-powerful but You do not use Your power to compel us to do good.
I remember a Samaritan village refused let Your Son pass through it but He refused his Disciples suggestion to have the village consumed by fire - a use of Your power.

Grant that I may always remember that revenge is Yours and never mind.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on how to handle personal hurts - such hurts are often result of thoughtlessness, or unawareness of the situation; rarely the result of ill will but even then one can’t know for sure. Pray for the grace to let personal hurts go unless it also involves a situation which requires a response because it involves fraternal correction.
Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 9.57-62

9/25/11

Lectio: Lk 9.46-50

“An argument arose among the disciples about which of them was the greatest.” Lk 9.46

“O God, You have implanted within us an inspiration for greatness.

I remember Jesus made it clear that greatness is not about intolerance or rivalries but about humbly serving others in Your name.

Grant that I may always use the time, the talent, the treasure You give me as Your child for the sake and needs of Your children.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on saying “ambition” - a good trait, easily perverted in its goals; humble service, child-like, gifts to achieve, gifts come from God. Resole to give thanks to God always for all my gifts and continually ask for the grace to use them to humbly serve Him.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 9.51-56

9/24/11

Lectio: Mt 21.28-32

“He said in reply, ‘I will not,’ but afterwards changed his mind and went.”
Mt 21.29

“O God, You are so patient with us.

I remember Jesus told a parable about two sons who were told by their father to go and work in the vineyard, which stands for Your kingdom here on earth, but the first son said no but then later changed his mind and went and he received Your approval.

Grant that my response to Your call to work for Your kingdom here on earth may be always pleasing to You.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on saying “Yes” to God - it is a process; it is an act of the will; it is way of living; it is motivated by love, it is made possible through grace; it is not always easy but it is always pleasing to God. Pray for the grace to say “yes” in good times and in bad times so that all I say, do and am will give glory and thanks to God who loves me.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 9.46-50

9/23/11

Lectio: Lk 9.43b-45

“Pay attention to what I am telling you. The Son of Man is to be handed over to men.”
Lk 9.44

“O God, You know how often we are so slow to understand and only readily believe what we want to believe.

I remember Jesus declared to his Disciples that He would be handed over to men but they did not understand for at that point they were still believed that He would be an earthly Messiah.

Grant that I may always be open to Your revelation that comes to me through Scripture, through the Church and through people You put in my life.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect “Divine Revelation” - Scripture, Church teachings and prayer with others for “Where two or three re gathered in my name, there am I in the midst.” Mt 18.20 In prayer try to gather from time to time with others and do so in Jesus’ name and then be opened to the what Jesus may be saying to me at such times and thank Him for putting such people in my life.

Today is the feast of St. Padre Pio - remember his advice - “Pray and hope but don’t worry for worry is useless.” In prayer to him today ask that he intercede for you for this special grace.

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 21.28-32

9/22/11

Lectio: Lk 9.18-22

“The he [Jesus] said to them, ‘But who do you say that I am?’ Peter said in reply, ‘The Messiah of God’.” Lk 9.20

“O God, how dull we are at times in recognizing You and Your works.

I remember that despite the crowds having witnessed Your Son’s works, they did not recognize Him as their Messiah.

Grant that I may always be open to Your presence in others and in the manifestations to me through them or through events.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Answer the question, “Who do you say that I am?” which Jesus asked. Son of God, second person of the Trinity, my God, my Savior, my brother through baptism, my best friend - In prayer thank God for the many who influenced me and prepared me to recognize Jesus and then for the grace to do what He asks of us.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 9.43b-45

9/21/11

Lectio: Lk 9.7-9

“But Herod said, ‘John, I beheaded, who then is this about whom I hear such things? And he kept on trying to see him.” Lk 9.9

“O God, we are often so slow to recognize You.

I remember Herod saw and heard great things about Jesus but that was not enough to convince him - why?

Grant that I may open to Your manifestations to me and others so that I may never miss out on Your presence to us.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “God’s presence” - obvious at times, subtle at other times; always there for us; our gift of faith enables us to see Him. In prayer ask for the grace of faith and oneness so that I will never miss out on God’s presence.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 9.18-22

9/20/11

Lectio: Mt 9.9-13

“Go and learn the meaning of these words, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ I did not come to call the righteous but sinners.” Mt 9.13

“O God, You know us and You know our sins and You still want us - how kind of You!

I remember Jesus made this clear when He declared to the religious elite that He came to call sinners.

Grant that I may always rejoice in You who are so kind and merciful.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “Mercy” - a heart full of love, forgiving, positive, salvific. Pray for the grace to be merciful as God is merciful and show it in my every thought, words and deeds.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 9.7-9

9/19/11

Lectio: Lk 8.19-21

“He [Jesus] said to them in reply, ‘My mother and brothers are those who hear the word of God and act on it’.” Lk 8.21

“O God, You want all to be part of Your family.

I remember Jesus told us how by revealing a simple truth - submit our will to Your Will and we will be His family and also your family, too. Wow!

Grant that I may always be obedient to Your Will.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “God’s family” - not biological, spiritual, universal invitation, a will which reflects God’s Will. In prayer asks for the grace to always conform my will with God’s and I will be richly blest.

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 9.9-13

9/18/11

Lectio: Lk 8.16-18

“For there is nothing hidden that will not be become visible, and nothing secret that will not be known and come to light.” Lk 8.17

“O God, Your ways are light and truth.

I remember Jesus told a parable about a lamp one of the points of which is that we are called to be honest with You, others and self .

Grant that I may always forthright in all my dealings and You will be proud of me as Your child.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on the “parable of the lamp” - short but full of meaning; a call to increase our faith and virtues; to be honest; and to let the light of our faith shine forth. Pray for the grace to be honest, to be evangelistic, to be more faithful and virtuous so as to be pleasing to God.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 8.19-21

9/17/11

Lectio: Mt 20.1-16a

“...these last ones worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us, who bore the day’s burden and the heat’.” Mt 20.12

“O God, You are merciful and generous to all.

I remember Jesus told a parable about how Your kingdom and He likened it to an owner of a vineyard who hired workers at different times during the day to help and at the end of the day paid all the same - how puzzling - but the point Jesus was making is that You grant a place in the kingdom no matter how late in life one begins to love and serve you.

Grant that I may always remember that You are generous and merciful and always place my trust in You and do what I can.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “God’s generosity” - astonishing; wonderful for all of us; pure gift, without measuring; In prayer thank God for being so generous and merciful and for the grace to do likewise.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 8.16-18

9/16/11

Lectio: Lk 8.4-15

“But as for the seed that fell on rich soil, they are the ones who, when they have heard the word, embrace it with a generous and good heart, and bear fruit through perseverance.” Lk 8.15

“O God, You are so generous and good and You wish Your children to imitate You.

I remember Jesus told a parable about how Your word is received; and Jesus made it clear that those with a generous and good heart produce the fruit that You want.

Grant that I may always be kind and generous and persevere in Your ways.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “rich soil” - open to God, generous and good, perseveres, produces what God wants; in prayer ask for the grace to be always open to God’s words as proclaimed in Scriptures and respond to it with a good and generous heart.

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 20.1-16a

9/14/11

Lectio: Lk 8.1-3

“Joanna, the wife of Herod’s steward, Chuza, Susanna, and many others who provided for them out of their resources.” Lk 8.3

“O God, You created men and women and You always upheld their goodness and equality.

I remember Jesus broke with the 1st century Palestinian prejudice and allowed women to accompany Him on His preaching tours.

Grant that I may always show respect and give honor and praise to the women in my life who are doing Your will.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “women”- God’s creatures; filled with self-giving love, loyal, trustworthy and helpful; in prayer ask for the grace to always treat women with upmost respect for how they have and for how they are carrying out God’s plan for our salvation.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 8.4-15

9/14/11

Lectio: Jn 19.25-27

“The he [Jesus] said to his disciple, ‘Behold your mother.’ And from that hour the disciple took her into his home’.” Jn 19.27

“O God, You know our needs and especially our needs for our mothers.

I remember Jesus gave His mother to John as He was dying and he took her into his home from that hour.

Grant that I may always have recourse to Mary for she is our mother through grace and she loves us as only a mother can.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “Mary” - she is Christ’s mother; and she is our mother through grace; she loves us; she only wants the best for us. In prayer and with confidence and adulation let us cry out, ‘O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.’ And she will for she is truly our mother.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 8.1-3

9/13/11

Lectio: Jn 3.13-17

“For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him.” Jn 3.17

“O God, You are so kind and merciful!

I remember You sent Your Son to save us and not to rightfully condemn us - how merciful on Your part!

Grant that out of gratitude I may always imitate You and me merciful to those whose lives I touch.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “saved” - The world has a lot to offer - but it always comes to an end for everyone; saved means “life without ending and with God who gives all to us and not just a lot for He gives us eternal happiness. Resolve to pray routinely and give thanks to God for sending His Son so that we might not perish but have eternal life.

Tomorrow’s readings: Jn 19.25-27

9/12/11

Lectio: Lk 7.11-17

“He [Jesus] stepped forward and touched the coffin; at this the bearers halted; and he said, ‘Young man, I tell you, arise’!” Lk 7.14

“O God, You are all-powerful and even over death.
I remember Jesus raised the son of a widow of Naim from the dead by His word and He gave him back to his mother - wow!

Grant that I may always have the confidence and the grace to approach You in my need.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “God’s power” - Why doesn’t God always use it? Are we but pawns in the grand scheme of things? No! - We are God’s children and God loves us with an everlasting love. In prayer ask for the grace to approach God with confidence and with trust in His providential care.

Tomorrow’s readings: Jn 3.13-17

9/11/11

Lectio: Lk 7.1-10

“Therefore, I did not consider myself worthy to come to you, but say the word and let my servant be healed.” Lk 7.7

“O God, although we are unworthy, You want us to come to You and You will always listen to us.

I remember a gentile centurion told Jesus that he was unworthy to come to Him but Jesus did and He healed his servant - how striking Jesus’ actions and the centurion’s faith.

Grant that I may readily imitate the Centurion and seek Your help in my need and my unworthiness, for You are always there for me and You will give me what I truly need.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “approaching God” - presumptuous, unworthy; but God beckons. In prayer ask for the grace to always turn to God and go to Him in my needs - spiritual and physical - knowing He will always welcome me and will grant me what I or those for whom I pray truly need.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 7.11-17

9/10/11

Lectio: Mt 18.21-35

“So will my heavenly Father to do you, unless each of you forgives your brother from your heart.” Mt 18,.35

“O God, You are kind and merciful but You rightly expect us, who are Your children, to imitate You.

I remember Jesus told a parable about forgiveness with the bottom line - we must forgive others if we expect You to forgive our sins against You.

Grant that I may have the grace of a forgiving heart for Your forgive me my Sins which are enormous offenses against You and the debts owed to me by others are meager in comparison.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “forgiveness” - my debt equal to 10,000 talents; while the debts owed to me equal 100 denarii. In prayer ask for the grace to readily forgive others even if they do not ask for You readily forgive my sins against You which I could never make up for them.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 7.11-17

9/09/11

Lectio: Lk 6.43-49

“Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ but do not do what I command’?” Lk 6.46

“O God, You want and deserve more than lip service from us - You want our hearts and our souls.

I remember Jesus reminded His followers that if they call him, ‘Lord,’ they should do as He commands.

Grant that I may build my spirituality on Jesus’ commands so that I may properly call Him my Lord for so He is.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “the foundation of my faith” - Is it truly Christ? How do I respond when the storms of life hit. In prayer ask for the grace to build my foundation on Christ by doing what He commands and I will not only survive the storms of this life but I will be with Him forever.

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 18.21-35

9/08/11

Lectio: Lk 6.30-42

“Why do you notice the splinter in your brother’s eye, but do not perceive the beam in your own?” Lk 6.41

“O God, You know our tendency to judge others and You do not want us to do so.
I remember Jesus told a parable about noticing the splinter in one’s brother’s eye but not noticing that the beam in your own eye - how clear for the need of self-criticism.
Grant that I may avoid judging others and judge only myself for judgment belongs to You.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “self-criticism” - introspection and self-judgment; requires humility and grace to do so; in prayer ask for the grace for the habit of avoiding the judging of others and focus each day on one’s own failings and what needs to be done to overcome them.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 6.43-49

9/07/11

Lectio: Mt 1.1-16, 18-23

“Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of her was born Jesus, who is called the Messiah.” Mt 1.16

“O God, genealogies are boring to us but important for historical reasons.
I remember Jesus’ genealogy as recorded by Matthew showed that Jesus was a descendant of the King David - a very important theological truth.
Grant that I may be open to what You revealed in Sacred Scripture for it is meant for my salvation.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “Sacred Scripture” - God’s words; meant for me and for all; In prayer ask for the grace to approach Scripture with openness and delight knowing God wants His words to be heard and digested by all.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 6.39-42

9/06/11

Lectio: Lk 6.20-26

“And raising his eyes toward his disciples, he [Jesus] said, ‘Blessed are you who are poor for the kingdom of God is yours’.” Lk 6.20

“O God, You speak to us in many ways but especially through Your Son .
I remember Jesus gave us the Magna Carta for right living in His sermon on the Plain as recorded by Luke and in His sermon on the Mount as recorded by Matthew.
Grant that I may strive to live in accordance with the spirit of the Beatitudes for it is Your way of blessedness both now and forever.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on the “Beatitudes” - Jesus was not extolling an poverty and hun ger and thirst as an economic goal; rather He was extolling attitudes for Christian living in this life. Resolve to pray always to have the right attitudes by living in accordance with the Beatitudes.

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 1.1-16, 18-23

9/05/11

Lectio: Lk 6.12-19

“In those days he [Jesus] departed for the mountain to pray, and he spend the whole night in prayer to God.” Lk 6.12

“ O God, You want us to stay in touch with You for You are the source of wisdom, peace and our strength.

I remember Jesus often spent a long time in prayer to You - He had a basic need to do so!
Grant that I may follow the example of Jesus and pray to You as an important part of my daily spirituality.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “Prayer” - it is communion with God, it is the lifting of our hearts and minds to God - we can make our whole day and everything we do each day - a prayer by simply saying the Morning Offering. Resolve to make the Morning Offering every day.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 6.20-26

9/04/11

Lectio: Lk 6.6-11

“Then Jesus said to them, ‘I ask you is it lawful to do good on the Sabbath rather than to do evil, to save a life rather than to destroy it’?” Lk 6.9

“ O God, You know we can be so perverse in our own learning and in discerning what You want of us for You want love not rigidity as our response to You.

I remember Jesus healed on the Sabbath to make it clear what the religious leader considered work and forbidden - was proper for it is what love requires.

Grant that I may use the Sabbath as You intended as a day of rest from secular activities and for pursuing God-centered activities but with flexibility and with love.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “Keeping holy the Sabbath” - it is a gift of God, intended for our regeneration, to keep us focused on God, to do activities that benefit us in mind, body and spirit for we cannot love others if we do not love ourselves. In prayer ask for the grace to use the Sabbath rest as God intended.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 6.12-19

9/03/11

Lectio: Mt 18.15-20

“For where two or three are gathered in my [Jesus] name, there am I in the midst of them. Mt 18.20

“ O God, how wonderfully You treat us.

I remember that is only two are gathered in Jesus’ name, He promised to be in the midst of them - how awesome! How joyful!

Grant that I may always be mindful of Jesus’ presence when I pray with others.
I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on “in the midst of them”- first, need to gather in Jesus’ name; second, need to do so in prayer; third, need to be mindful of Him; fourth, His presence assures us that our prayers are heard and of their efficacy. How great, for so little effort on our part!
Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 6.65-11

9/02/11

Lectio: Lk 6.1-5

“Then he [Jesus] said to them [Pharisees], ‘The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath’.”
Lk 5.5

“ O God, You gave us the commandments of “Do’s” and “Don’ts” so as to guide us in the way of right living - and they are true guides.

I remember Jesus also revealed another law to us - the law of love which sums up all the laws and the prophets.

Grant that I may see to live rightly that in applying Your commandments, that in times of conflict, love trumps.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on the “Ten Commandments” - All but two are “Don’t’s.” They govern areas where “love” does not trump. But in the areas of keeping the Sabbath and honoring - they do not always bind and are actions can be modified for reasons of “love.”

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 18.15-20

9/01/11

Lectio: Lk 5.33-39

“[And] no one who has been drinking old wine desires new, for he says, ‘The old is good’.” Lk 5.39

“ O God, You k now we are complacent and creatures of habit - and You challenge us to be more open.

I remember in response to the Pharisees and Scribes question about fasting, Jesus told them in effect that the kingdom of God was ushered in by Him - but they were content with simply holding onto their habit of fasting without realizing why they were doing it - and sadly, they missed out on a great and wonderful message.

Grant that I may be mindful that I often do and think automatically which can be an obstacle to doing Your will and the need to periodically examine my habitual ways of acting and thinking to see if they are consistent with Your ways.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on the “habits of thoughts and routines of work” - Are any that need to be modified or changed? Pray for the grace to be open to new ways of work and thinking which can draw me closer to the Lord.

Tomorrow’s readings: Lk 6.1-5