Humble encounters
From today’s Scripture:“…and remember always to welcome strangers, by doing this, some people have entertained angels without knowing it.”—1 Heb 13:2
These words of St. Paul echo in my ears. I love meeting strangers. I want to hear their story of life. When I talk to someone at first, I feel more like I am doing an interview. When someone invites me into their world I grow in appreciation of another way of life.
Knowing another story helps me to be more compassionate. I try to walk in their shoes, to feel how it may be to be old, or alone, in prison, those that struggle with finances, a migrant seeking to take care of their family or a young person seeking to find their way in life. In these times of encounter, I feel more of a disciple of Jesus. They allow us to help bring about the Kingdom of God.
What a great opportunity Jesus entrusted us with. Let us entertain angels.
Let us pray: Loving Lord, today let me be open to the stranger in my midst. Let me see how that person might let me be closer to you.
Today’s author is Glenmary Father Vic Subb, former mission pastor, now a member of our Development team.
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