Each day, I reflect upon a word or phrase inspired by the readings of the day. I encourage you to do the same and perhaps incorporate that word or phrase into your daily prayer.
“Keep watch over yourselves and over the whole flock…” (Acts 20:28-38)
KEEP WATCH: The words above were spoken by Paul to the Church leaders in Ephesus. He was reminding those leaders they had responsibility not only for themselves, but for others as well.
That responsibility is true for all Christians. We must first take accountability for ourselves. We are called to love God and love others, to do what is right and just, and to humbly come before God in prayer and worship.
We are also called to accompany others and give them a safe space to share their struggles. That is what love is. St. Thomas Aquinas said, “We love by willing the good of the other.” Quite simply, we want what is best for them.
Our faith tells us what is best for them is maintaining a relationship with God and striving for heaven. That is what we want and that is what we want for others.
From the Deacon's Desk 
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