Celebration: Ferial
Table of the Word
First Reading: Jonah 1:1—2:1,11
Gospel: Luke 10:25–37
Theme: Love one another
Reflection
Jonah’s story begins with a flight, a prophet running from God’s call (cf.Jonah 1:1—2:1,11). Fear, pride, and resentment make him resist God’s will. Yet, even in his disobedience, God’s mercy pursues him through the storm, the sea, and the belly of the fish. Jonah’s descent into the depths becomes a journey of conversion: when he can run no farther, he learns to pray, “Out of my distress I called to the Lord, and he answered me” (Jonah 2:3).
God’s mercy is not only for Jonah, but for Nineveh, the very people Jonah despised. The Lord’s compassion extends to all who turn back to Him.
In the Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan, a story that reveals the heart of divine mercy (cf.Luke 10:25–37). The question “Who is my neighbor?” finds its answer not in social boundaries but in compassion that crosses them. The Samaritan, moved with pity, becomes an image of God Himself: stopping, healing, and providing for the wounded.
In our refkection this morning, we are being invites to sk ourselves some pertinent questions such as: Lord how often do I run from what You ask of me? Or from your mercy, from obedience, from love that costs? Having reglected on these questions: let is then ask Him to remind us of His ever abiding presence and loving kindness and portrayed in the parable of the Good Samaritan. Also, to be taught to see our neighbour with Your eyes, and to act with the compassion that heals. For we cannot outrun God’s love; His call will find us even in the deep.
+ Peace be with you.
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