THE GOSPEL
Matthew 25:14-30A man going on a journey called in his servants
and entrusted his possessions to them.
Father,
of the Universe,
you have entrusted this planet to us.
Now let us use all the talents
you have given us
to bring it to its
fullness.
No shirking.
No burying the talents.
Let each and every one of us do our part to
hear the cries of all who are in need.
Let us bring them healing,
and sow beauty in all
creation, and so
share in
your
joy.
THE FIRST READING
Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31
She reaches out her hands to the poor and extends her arms
to the needy.
Jesus, you have
entrusted your heart to us.
Give us merciful hands to feed the hungry,
and extend our arms to embrace
the poor and needy.
Let us spend our
lives and
gifts
on
others!
