PRAYER PAUSE
Friday 29 October 2016
THE PLACES
OF HONOUR
Pause. Enter into the stillness of God
within.
Reading: “When you are invited to a wedding
feast, do not take the places of honour.” (Luke 14:7-11)
Reflection. One of the immediate headlines, when
Francis became pope, was his going to his lodging himself and paying his bill.
His instinctive way of acting ever since is to avoid all the undue formality that
distances him from people. He wants to break down the barriers that separate and
his words and gestures proclaim this. Seeking honour and recognition is natural
in the sense that it promotes a person’s sense of self-esteem. But it is a
dangerous trait and the sooner one divests oneself of all desire for
recognition the better.
Prayer. Lord, may
we learn to be like you who are meek and humble of heart. Amen
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