GOD’S WORKFORCE
Then
he said to his disciples,“The harvest is abundant but the laborers are
few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his
harvest.” – Matthew 9:37-38
They are both full-time employees. They work at our school from
Monday to Friday, eight hours a day. But after work, in the evenings and
on weekends, they both find time to do something more. With her
husband, she ministers to married couples through Marriage Encounter
weekends. He helps facilitate spiritual retreats for teenagers, helping
them realize the power of the Holy Spirit within them. She serves as
commentator at weeknight Masses once a month. He spends time with those
who live in poverty, sharing with them the Good News about God's love.
In the Gospel today, Jesus went to the towns and villages, teaching,
proclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom, and curing every disease. He set
the example and asked His disciples to do the same. In our busy
schedules as employees, entrepreneurs or homemakers, it’s easy for us to
leave the work of the Kingdom to those who have chosen full-time
service or the religious life. But in truth, all of us are called to be
laborers for His harvest — to make God's work our work in whatever
simple way we can. In the end, what joy it will be to know that we have
been part of His workforce on earth! Geraldine G. Catral (catral.geegee@beaconschool.ph)
Reflection: How can you use your time, talent or treasure to proclaim the Gospel of the Kingdom today?
Lord, thank You for calling me to be part of Your workforce. As I say yes to You, equip me for the work ahead.
St. Anthony Zaccaria, priest, pray for us.
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