Sabbath Time-Two For One. When I took on the role of pastor at Blessed Sacrament Church, I made it a priority to personally remind each staff member, “People are more important than stuff.” Remembering this helps us feel appreciated and valued, especially as possessions fade and our true worth lies in our relationships with others.
In today’s gospel, Jesus kindly asked a man to stretch out his withered hand. The Pharisees watched him closely, eager to see whether he would heal on the Sabbath, which they viewed as work. But Jesus, showing deep compassion, healed the man’s hand right there in front of everyone. His act of healing on the Sabbath reminds us that doing good is always right, inspiring hope that our acts of kindness are valued by God.
For Jesus, healing and doing good on the Sabbath were joyful acts that showed His deep love for both God and everyone around Him. He believed that loving God and caring for people went hand in hand. By spending the night in prayer and being with people during the day, His two great loves—for God and for others—became one in His heart. This beautiful unity invites us all to share in a larger, meaningful purpose.
Gospel Challenge:
“People are more important than our stuff.” It’s easy to feel frustrated when our belongings are interrupted by others. Remember, taking some Sabbath time with Jesus can help us enjoy healthier and more joyful moments with those around us. When we do this, we might even find ourselves welcoming interruptions, knowing they can bring us closer to the Lord. He loves being a part of our lives whenever we turn to Him.
Love Your Neighbor:
Please join me in praying that all baptized Catholics remain faithful to Jesus at the Holy Mass every weekend. Hail Mary, full of grace… This prayer reminds us to actively seek God’s guidance in our daily lives and love our neighbors through our actions.
Mother Mary, “I am yours now and forever. Through you and with you, I always want to belong completely to Jesus.” The Surrender Novena – InHeartland. https://inheartland.com/pages/the-surrender-novena
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Sabbath Time – Two For One.
Sabbath Time-Two For One. When I took on the role of pastor at Blessed Sacrament Church, I made it a priority to personally remind each staff member, “People are more important than stuff.” Remembering this helps us feel appreciated and valued, especially as possessions fade and our true worth lies in our relationships with others.
In today’s gospel, Jesus kindly asked a man to stretch out his withered hand. The Pharisees watched him closely, eager to see whether he would heal on the Sabbath, which they viewed as work. But Jesus, showing deep compassion, healed the man’s hand right there in front of everyone. His act of healing on the Sabbath reminds us that doing good is always right, inspiring hope that our acts of kindness are valued by God.
For Jesus, healing and doing good on the Sabbath were joyful acts that showed His deep love for both God and everyone around Him. He believed that loving God and caring for people went hand in hand. By spending the night in prayer and being with people during the day, His two great loves—for God and for others—became one in His heart. This beautiful unity invites us all to share in a larger, meaningful purpose.
Gospel Challenge:
“People are more important than our stuff.” It’s easy to feel frustrated when our belongings are interrupted by others. Remember, taking some Sabbath time with Jesus can help us enjoy healthier and more joyful moments with those around us. When we do this, we might even find ourselves welcoming interruptions, knowing they can bring us closer to the Lord. He loves being a part of our lives whenever we turn to Him.
Love Your Neighbor:
Please join me in praying that all baptized Catholics remain faithful to Jesus at the Holy Mass every weekend. Hail Mary, full of grace… This prayer reminds us to actively seek God’s guidance in our daily lives and love our neighbors through our actions.
Mother Mary, “I am yours now and forever. Through you and with you, I always want to belong completely to Jesus.” The Surrender Novena – InHeartland. https://inheartland.com/pages/the-surrender-novena
Peace be with you.
Fr. Rick Pilger, I.C.
pastor@bscchurch.com
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