7th January 2019 Monday – Monday after Epiphany

Reflection
1 John 3:22-4:6, Matthew 4:12-17, 23-25
“Go out and share your joy with all!”
Today, let us reflect on the gospel in relation to the words of Pope Francis:
“Christians have the duty to proclaim the Gospel without excluding anyone. Instead of seeming to impose new obligations, they should appear as people who wish to share their joy, who point to a horizon of beauty and who invite others to a delicious banquet. It is not by proselytizing that the Church grows, but “by attraction”….This task continues to be a source of immense joy for the Church: “Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance” (Lk 15:7).” (Pope Francis, Evangelii Gaudium, 14-15)

5th January 2019 Saturday - St. John Neumann

Reflection
1 John 3:11-21, John 1:43-51
“Passing on the baton of faith”
“Being a disciple means being constantly ready to bring the love of Jesus to others, and this can happen unexpectedly and in any place: on the street, in a city square, during work, on a journey.”
(Pope Francis)

We too are Jesus’ disciples. This means that we must all be ready to bring the love of Jesus to others. We are always so eager to share the latest bargains, the most recent food craze, the most amazing recipes for certain dishes, etc. with our friends and family members. Are we excited to share Jesus with others?