Reflection for Oct. 26, 2025

Great question to reflect on as we enter the last part of our liturgical year.

What a Nice Reflection. Short and to the point for all to reflect on. Thank You !!

Good comment about the Gospel. How are we depending on God each day?

Thank you, Renae, for focusing my reflection on this Gospel story.

Thanks, Renae. You gave me something to ponder: Do I really mean that prayer of the Publican?

Good one, Renae.

The most memorable 'homily' I ever heard preached on this parable came from a lay person who said, "One prayed; the other one didn't."

And when, through a lifetime of 'prayer of the heart,' we, ourselves, come to "hear the cries of the poor," (Psalm 34:7) and "hear the cry of the oppressed," (Sirach 35:13) and respond with mercy and kindness, seeking justice for their cause, then are we becoming, like Our Holy and Just One, those who "serve God willingly" (Sirach 35:16) and find ways to "help them from all their distress." (Psalm 34:17)

[All passages from Sunday's 1st Reading and Psalm]

Your reflection reminded me of Pope Francis when he introduced himself to the World as he said, "I am Francis, a sinner". His humility and truthfulness were lived out during his entire Papacy.