Reading 1
Responsorial Psalm
Gospel
Saint Fina of San Gimignano
"For it is love that I desire, not sacrifice." Last night I asked my young daughter what little sacrifices she was making for Lent. She told me she was saying some extra prayers at night after she went to bed. I gently reminded her to consider making some sacrifice. And then I read today's reading and I am brought low like the Pharisees.
One more thing: Sometimes our children humble us, just when we need it most. At this point in Lent, we start looking hopefully toward Easter. Easter is the ultimate act of love. Think about finishing Lent, not focussing on the denials, but on making generous acts of love toward your family, each day.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, thank you for loving me so much, you died and rose for me. Help me to not get caught up in appearing pious, but in living the love you have shown for me. St. Fina, pray for me. Amen.
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