Be Reconciled
Greetings on this the Memorial of Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
Readings: Hebrews 8:6-13; Psalm 85:8, 10, 11-12, 13-14; Mark 3:13-19
Summons and Reconcile
God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. So we are ambassadors for Christ, as if God were appealing through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. (2 Corinthians 5:19-21)
and again…
Summons
Jesus went up the mountain and summoned those whom he wanted and they came to him. He wants us to participate in the sharing of divine mercy.
Reconcile
- God reconciles.
- God calls us to reconcile and share the Good News.
- God calls us to benefit from the Good News.
Reflection
Brothers and sisters: Now our high priest has obtained so much more excellent a ministry as he is mediator of a better covenant, enacted on better promises.
Psalmist Describes in poetry the Promises of the Lord through this High Priest Jesus
Show us, O LORD, your mercy,
and grant us your salvation.
Near indeed is his salvation to those who fear him,
glory dwelling in our land.
Kindness and truth shall meet;
justice and peace shall kiss.
Truth shall spring out of the earth,
and justice shall look down from heaven.
The LORD himself will give his benefits;
our land shall yield its increase.
Justice shall walk before him,
and salvation, along the way of his steps.
Jesus Summons
- He summons men and women to share the message of reconciliation the best example are the Apostles.
- He summons men and women to benefit from the saving graces of God the best example is the conversion from evil to good..
AI Overview – search was for ‘define summons theology’
The Theology of God’s Providence – Marvin Williams
Summons theology is the idea that God calls people to live in obedience, love, and service. It’s also known as the divine summons, a call to holiness, and a call to joy and peace.
Sacred Readings full text: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/012425.cfm
Peace be with you,
Deacon Gerry