Jesus said to his disciples: "This poor widow has put more in than all who have contributed to the treasury". Today we judge the importance of things by how much they cost. And we also judge the importance of people by how wealthy they are. Jesus gives us a different way of judging, namely by how generous a person is. Generosity is one of the best signs of how free people are within themselves because the greatest freedom is to love with our whole hearts. So many things block that freedom in us, particularly our need to protect our possessions and to increase them. In the person of the poor widow, Jesus gives us the example of complete freedom. This week we are invited to practice this freedom in our homes and in our community by giving time and attention to one another. We are also asked to give to those in need in our world. How free are you to be generous?
and in body to do your work on earth.
God of mercy, accept the gift of our love.
so that our marriage may be filled with joy.
Lord, we thank you for the wonders of your love.
and in our service of you.
For your marriage: Make a list of things you want to thank your wife/husband for. Share that list this week.
For others: How could you support and encourage adult education in the faith this week?