If you bestow your bread* on the hungry and satisfy the afflicted, then light shall rise for you in the darkness; then the Lord will guide you always.


This passage from the Bible emphasizes the importance of charitable works and caring for those in need. By sharing our resources, such as food ("your bread"), with the hungry and helping the afflicted, we can find guidance and light even in the darkest of times.The key principles we can take from this passage are:
  1. Generosity and Compassion: We are called to be generous with our material possessions and to have compassion for those who are suffering or in need. This is a fundamental aspect of the Catholic way of life.
  2. Spiritual Rewards: When we engage in these acts of charity, we are promised that "light shall rise for you in the darkness" and that "the Lord will guide you always." This suggests that there are spiritual benefits and blessings that come from living a life of service and care for others.
  3. Evangelization through Example: By living out this call to charitable works, we can be a light to the world and inspire others to follow the same path. Our actions can serve as a powerful witness to the transformative power of the Catholic faith.
To put this into practice in our everyday lives, we can:
  • Volunteer at local food banks, soup kitchens, or other organizations that serve the needy.
  • Donate non-perishable food items or other essential supplies to those in need.
  • Offer our time and talents to assist the elderly, the sick, or the disabled in our community.
  • Advocate for social justice and policies that support the poor and marginalized.
  • Pray for those who are suffering and ask God to guide us in our efforts to help them.
By embracing this call to charitable works, we can not only fulfill our Christian duty but also serve as powerful witnesses to the transformative power of the Catholic faith.Bible, Isaiah 58:10

Jesus loves me. Say it out loud.

Say it again Jesus loves me.


You are never alone. God Bless Brother Philip

Philip@clevelandbenedictines.org

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