Theme: All belongs to God When we are mindful of the source of our essential commodities, then we begin to take care of how to utilize them. God has provided enough essential resources for all of us; the issue at hand is how we are willing to share them among ourselves. Though God is the provident provider of all we have, when it comes to using his goods, we tend to forget about him. Today we are being reminded to allow God the opportunity to bless the fruits of our hands before using them. First reading: 2 Kings 4:42–44 Some…
16th Sunday In Ordinary Time Year B
Theme: Care Preaching the Gospel and translating authentically in words and works can prove to be difficult especially when it comes to standing for what is right. Nevertheless, this is what common sense dictates. What we have to keep in mind is a method we apply to ensure effectiveness. Disseminating the truth has to be proper, easily, sustainable and manageable. This is all we have to learn and put into practice from today onwards. First reading: Jeremiah 23:1–3 In his autobiography, Memories, Dreams and Reflections; the renowned Swiss Pastor and Psychiatrist Carl Jung who lived from 1865-1961 wrote: ‘The doctor…
15th Sunday In Ordinary Time Year B
Theme: Mission Those called by God to preach to others ought to know that they have entered into a minefield of obstacles. It is always dangerous when it comes to speaking the truth where falsehood has been going on unchecked. Preaching repentance provokes the unknown to the surface thus creating uneasiness. Nevertheless, God continues to call provokers into this type of ministry since it is the main way for many to recover and live. Today we are invited to ready for surprises. First reading: Amos 7:12–15 In many instances, God’s call leads ministers into places they would rather not go…