The connection with His chosen people, who appear to be unwilling to listen to His message reflects how many reject His message today. The strong bond of Abraham, our father in faith is articulated by Jesus as she tries to get the Jewish community to understand He is fulfilling the prophesies of the Torah.
Can we pray for the faith for others to understand His sacrifice and gift to us?
By putting her faith in God, Susanna was saved from a certain death, one instigated by sin and lies from those in authority. How often can we see that playing out in today’s world? She made her choice, and someone interceded on her behalf. In this case David. Will you be a David for someone today? Call out the injustice in the lives around you?
Pope Francis reminds us that he is our servant asking for our prayers, in silence before he proffers the Papal blessing on the crowds and millions watching him. He takes the simplicity of the St. Francis of Assisi and in a few moments reminds the world of our mission in the Church.
It is a day to be proud to be a Catholic and one where soon, we will be reminded again of the important of a life of simplicity, of service and of dedication to God in everyday life. Perhaps we can look forward to others noticing once again that through these good works what it really means to be a Catholic.
Daily prayers and meditations 