Theme: Family
“And Elcana went to Ramatha, to his house: but the child ministered in the sight of the Lord before the face of Heli the priest.”
Reflection for Today
Pause with 1 Samuel 2:11. Hear these words again: “And Elcana went to Ramatha, to his house: but the child ministered in the sight of the Lord before the face of Heli the priest.”
1 Samuel is part of the long story of salvation. Catholics receive it as inspired Scripture, a word that prepares the heart for Christ and still nourishes the Church. Scripture rarely flatters us. It loves us enough to tell the truth, and then it stays with us while we learn to live that truth.
Today's invitation under the theme of Family is simple and serious. Write one sentence of response in a notebook or phone note: what you hear God asking, promising, or healing. Then do one small act that matches that sentence.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, Word made flesh, You still teach Your disciples through Sacred Scripture. Through 1 Samuel 2:11, let “And Elcana went to Ramatha, to his house: but the child ministered in the sight of…” become more than a memory. Make it light for my work, patience for my home, and courage for my vocation. Amen.
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