It is God’s mercy that moves a person to acts of compassion.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to look for someone who has lost their way with Jesus, lift them on our shoulders, and bring them back to the Altar of Sacrifice? It’s not so simple. They have free will. But on their own, they don’t know how to cry out, Lord, have mercy.
However, they may have drifted away from their faith due to difficult choices or painful experiences, and they have a story to share. Listening with an open heart and patience is essential in guiding them back to Christ’s welcoming table. Be patient, take the time to build a genuine friendship, and earn their trust along the way.
Allow them to take the lead and ask questions to truly understand them. Pray for the courage to listen and suffer with them. Their sharing is their cry for mercy. Remember, seeking what is lost starts with us only when we love them more than we want to fix them.
We remain committed to supporting those who feel distant from Jesus as they navigate through their darkness with us. When we look for someone who no longer shares our worship, it’s not the moment for judgment, trying to fix things, or making everything perfect. We recognize that we don’t have the power to do that. Instead, we can open our hearts to share in their pain and walk alongside them through their struggles, offering hope and reassurance.
When they feel our compassion, they realize they’re in the presence of THE Shepherd. And at that moment, they’ll be open to Him gently lifting them onto His shoulders and guiding them safely home, trusting in His loving guidance.
Gospel Challenge: Our listening hearts are like the comforting presence of Jesus, reaching into the deepest parts that only He can access. Let’s listen closely and intentionally, my friends. Let’s listen with open hearts and be present for others’ stories, so they feel truly heard and supported.
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It is God’s mercy that moves a person to acts of compassion.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to look for someone who has lost their way with Jesus, lift them on our shoulders, and bring them back to the Altar of Sacrifice? It’s not so simple. They have free will. But on their own, they don’t know how to cry out, Lord, have mercy.
However, they may have drifted away from their faith due to difficult choices or painful experiences, and they have a story to share. Listening with an open heart and patience is essential in guiding them back to Christ’s welcoming table. Be patient, take the time to build a genuine friendship, and earn their trust along the way.
Allow them to take the lead and ask questions to truly understand them. Pray for the courage to listen and suffer with them. Their sharing is their cry for mercy. Remember, seeking what is lost starts with us only when we love them more than we want to fix them.
We remain committed to supporting those who feel distant from Jesus as they navigate through their darkness with us. When we look for someone who no longer shares our worship, it’s not the moment for judgment, trying to fix things, or making everything perfect. We recognize that we don’t have the power to do that. Instead, we can open our hearts to share in their pain and walk alongside them through their struggles, offering hope and reassurance.
When they feel our compassion, they realize they’re in the presence of THE Shepherd. And at that moment, they’ll be open to Him gently lifting them onto His shoulders and guiding them safely home, trusting in His loving guidance.
Gospel Challenge:
Our listening hearts are like the comforting presence of Jesus, reaching into the deepest parts that only He can access. Let’s listen closely and intentionally, my friends. Let’s listen with open hearts and be present for others’ stories, so they feel truly heard and supported.
Love Your Neighbor!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
www.bscchurch.com
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