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Thursday, April 6, 2023April 6, 2023
Holy Thursday
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/040623-Chrism.cfm
https://bible.usccb.org/podcasts/audio/daily-mass-reading-podcast-april-6-2023-supper
John 13:1-15
Love one another as I have loved you. John 13:34
As Catholic Christians we are called to love like Christ… “I have given you a model to follow, so that as I have done for you, you should do” (John 13:15). There is absolutely nothing Catholic about abuse and exploitation. In fact, the objectification of sacred human persons that is at the core of abuse is in exact opposition to our call to self-giving love in imitation of Christ. The abuse and exploitation of any human person is truly an evil. To quote Father John Ricardo, “the best way to combat evil is to be intentionally Catholic – to know Christ and to make Him known – to love Christ and to share His love.” To create a culture of healing and protection in our world today we must be Intentionally Catholic.
Jesus, help us to love as you do. Make us aware of every action, interaction, and attitude we express. Fill us with your presence so that all who experience us encounter you. Amen.
Elizabeth A. Heidt Kozisek – Diocese of Grand Island
Sue Stubbs – Archdiocese of Atlanta
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