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THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (Corpus Christi) (C)
Gen. 14:18-20
Ps. 109:1,2,3,4
1 Cor. 11:23-26
Lk. 9:11b-17
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God provides for us in so many ways. When we walk in God's ways and trust God, there is no limit to what God can and will do on our behalf. In the Bible, this is often symbolised by food and drink - the staples of life. We see this first in the interchange between Abraham and the shadowy priest of God, Melchizedek, whom later biblical interpreters believe prefigured Christ.

It was evident in the miraculous feeding of the 5,000 in the Gospels. Jesus took apparent scarcity - five loaves and two fish - and fed a multitude. By leaving us the Eucharist - the Lord's Supper - Jesus gave us an opportunity to be nourished spiritually and grow in solidarity and unity with one another and with Him. That is why Paul rebuked the Corinthian community - their celebration witnessed selfishness and division rather than Jesus.

Our celebration should always be a sign to the world of our unity and love for one another. Let us grow in our trust in God and our eagerness to love and serve one another. The Eucharist is a pledge to serve the poor, desperate, and brokenhearted of our world.


Lord, may I grow in my willingness to serve others.



Say the daily
Novena to the Sacred Heart (Day 4)

DAILY OFFERING
Eternal Father, I offer You everything I do this day; my thoughts, words, joys and sufferings. Grant that, vivified by the Holy Spirit and united to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, my life this day may be of service to You and to others. I also pray that all those preparing for marriage discover in Sacrament the source of Christ's grace for living a fithful and fruitful love. Amen.

PRAYING WITH THE CHURCH
INTENTION
We pray for Christian families around the world; may they embody and experience unconditional love and advance in holiness in their daily lives.
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