Archive for 'Charity'

Vigilance (On the Eve of Advent)

Luke 21: 34-36 Dn 7:15-27 / Dn 3 Be vigilant at all times and pray that you have the strength to escape the tribulations that are imminent and to stand before the Son of Man. (Luke 21:36) Let no carousing or drunkenness, Lead to spiritual weaknesses; Our best defense against the lure of sin Are [...]

The Meaning of God’s Kingdom

Luke 17:20-25 Wis 7:22b—8:1 / Psa 119 For just as lightning flashes and lights up the sky from one end to the other, so will the Son of Man be (in His day). (Luke 17:24) Jesus said, ‘Seek first God’s kingdom’, Make it our goal, constantly in mind. Let our hope be the day will [...]

Remembering Our Faithful Dead

Matthew 25:31-46 Wis 3:1-9 / Psa 23 / Rom 6:3-9 He will put the sheep on His right and the goats on His left. (Matthew 25:33) In doing acts of charity, God’s kingdom we shall inherit; God sees in our fidelity And obedience our great merit. “When the Son of Man comes in His glory, [...]

On Inviting the Poor

Luke 14: 12-14 Rom 11:29-36 / Psa 69 …when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed. (Luke 14:13) All blessings in life we receive There’s no way that we can repay; In turn that’s the way we must give, As God’s Word has shown [...]

Cleaning the Inside

Luke 11: 37-41 Rom 1: 16-25 / Psa 19 But as to what is within, give alms, and behold, everything will be clean for you. (Luke 11:41) What rituals can make us clean If deep within lies iniquity? What cleans us from the stain of sin Is when we practice charity. When Jesus had finished [...]

Charity and Forgiveness

Luke 4: 16-21 Isa 61: 1-3a,6a,8-9 / Psa 89 / Rv 1:5-8 The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. (Luke 4:17) The Holy Spirit empowers In deeds and every word we say; May you be God’s blessing to others, And fulfill the [...]