Share the Truth

09-10-2023Weekly ReflectionFr. Dan Connealy

Happy Sunday!

I hope everyone had a restful Labor Day weekend last week. By now you have probably seen our seminarian for the year, Joseph Nguyen, serving Mass here. Joseph is a seminarian for our diocese in his final year of academic studies for the priesthood. He has been assigned to our parish for the year as part of his formation. You will see him serving Mass, teaching classes, assisting with youth group, and much more throughout the year. If you get a chance, please stop and introduce yourself to him.

This Sunday’s first reading comes from Ezekiel. In it we hear, “If I tell the wicked, ‘O wicked one, you shall surely die,’ and you do not speak out to dissuade the wicked from his way, the wicked shall die for his guilt, but I will hold you responsible for his death.” The prophet Ezekiel has been set as a watchman for the house of Israel and the Lord God is reminding him of his role. His words might seem harsh but to the one who has been given the truth much is expected. We too remember that it is not enough for us just to hold on to the truth for ourselves and our own nourishment, but we must share it. Anything that closes in on itself, even if it is good, dies. This week we can ask the Lord for the opportunity and grace to speak his truth in charity. Truth always brings life. In a world where truth is often obscured, we can play our own little part in helping people experience life to the full by sharing the truth of Jesus Christ. Have a great week and know of my prayers!