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22nd September 2019

2019-09-22 00:00:00

Reflection

Was Martha wrong and Mary right? Which one is an example of ministry to others? Which is the example of the root of ministry?
Today’s Gospel passage reminds us that the wisdom of the heart lies precisely in knowing how to combine these two elements: contemplation and action. Martha and Mary indicate the path to us. If we want to savour life with joy, we must associate these two approaches: on the one hand, ‘being at the feet’ of Jesus, in order to listen to him as he reveals to us the secret of everything. On the other, being attentive and ready in hospitality when he passes and knocks at our door, with the face of a friend who needs a moment of rest and fraternity. This hospitality is needed.

Martha and Mary
Pope Francis, Angelus, 7/21/2019

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