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Spirituality of the Readings John Foley, SJ
Gratitude
An infant is filled with need after need after need and tells you all about them. The nine ungrateful lepers were like that. But as people grow to be adults they want to give back in response to what they have received. more …
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Glancing Thoughts Eleonore Stump
Our People
Was Jesus confused when he said he was sent only to the lost sheep of Israel? Or, if his job really is to minister only to his own people, then why did he give such powerful gifts of healing, such tender care, to the Samaritan leper and the Greek woman? more …
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The Perspective of Justice Gerald Darring
“Marginal” People
As Christians, we are called to thankful worship of God expressed in care for the lepers and blind people of our day—the poor, hungry, and homeless, the victims of war and oppression, the suffering and dying. more …
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Discussion Questions Anne Osdieck
The Leper
What did God give us instead of the “spirit of cowardice?” How can we “stir into flames” the power of love and self-control? Can love overcome cowardice and be a weapon for Christians? more …
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