What is in the middle of the word sin? The letter "I". When I am the center of the world, when it's all about me, sin easily follows. Pride is the key that opens the door to every other vice.

This Sunday's readings invite us to think of Jesus' humility and orientation to service. The Son of Man came to serve and offer his life as an offering, a ransom, a sacrifice. He sympathizes with our weaknesses, but also gives himself to us as a remedy. We can be like James and John and ask for success, glory, fame, etc. Jesus invites us to be baptized and joined to Him in the Spirit, so we can sacrifice our ambitions and serve with and like the Lord. With Jesus we are called to true greatness through service and sacrifice.

When I get up in the morning, do I think of ways to be of service-to God and others?

Am I willing to serve/sacrifice a little bit this Mission Sunday so that through the Missions, people everywhere can hear God's saving message?

Help us Lord to follow you.        

Fr. Mike Ronayne