- Thomastown Parish

Next Friday is the First Friday of November: Fr. Frank and Sr. Anna will visit the homebound. If you would like a visit please contact Fr. Frank on 086-6010001 or the office on 056-7793191

Reflection

Jesus contrasts the arrogance and self-righteousness of the Pharisee’s prayer with the tax collector’s humble recognition of his sinfulness and need for the Lord’s mercy. True prayer is born of a heart which repents of its faults and failings, yet pleads for the grace to live the great commandment of love of God and neighbor. Indeed, the proud disdain of the Pharisee for the sinner at his side prevents him from being righteous in God’s sight. To pray well, then, we need to look into our own hearts and there, in humble silence, let the Lord speak to us. The honesty and humility which God asks of us is the necessary condition for our receiving his mercy.
General Audience, June 1, 2016
Pope Francis: humbleness, honesty lead to God's mercy