15 July 2025 A reading from the holy Gospel according to Mark (10:43-45) Jesus called the disciples together and said: “If you want to be great, you must be the servant of all the others. And if you want to be first, you must be everyone’s slave. The Son of Man did not come to be a slave master, but a slave who will give his life to rescue many people.” The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Let’s listen to God’s word... Tuesday May God’s face shine upon us and be gracious to us. Amen. May God bless us in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let’s go forth... Saint Bonaventure Saint Bonaventure was a Franciscan, a bishop and a wise teacher. He was holy, gentle and compassionate. Let us pray that we will be like him. (pause) Lord our God, help us to be like the saints and come to the kingdom of heaven. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Let’s pray... In today’s reading, we are reminded that Jesus didn’t come to us to be served like an earthly king – he came to serve others and tell them about God’s love and mercy. Since we are followers of Jesus, we don’t strive to be important, or first, or great in the eyes of others. Instead, we are called to serve others, just as Jesus did. Sit quietly and reflect on these quotes about the joy of serving others. Let’s Reflect... 120
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