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Catholic Charities USA
Fourth Sunday of Lent
Readings of the Day
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Lent can be a difficult time for many people, and holding the three
practices of Lent (prayer, fasting, and almsgiving) can be
challenging. It is easy to be caught up in the idea of
"doing Lent perfectly."
Our readings today encourage each of us to embrace the opportunity to
practice Lent with a sense of freedom and welcome. We are invited to
re-center our life as we continue to grapple with the issues of the
day that greet us each morning.
The first reading began as Samuel looked among Jesse's sons for
a young man to anoint and present to God. Samuel spent much of the
first reading debating with God, and he was not pleased with any of
the young men. Samuel based worthiness and merit on appearance and who
was most likely to please God. God set aside that rubric and reminded
Samuel that merit lies within the heart of those who seek to please
God.
'Anointing' with oil is repeated throughout Scripture as a
means of purification. In the Gospel of John, Christ shows that any
matter or form can be efficacious signs of a Sacrament. Jesus smeared
clay across the face and eyes of a blind man said to have been without
sight because of his sins. Jesus healed the man to reveal the glory of
God to the community. The hearts of those who believe and seek
goodness are recognized for their merit and invited to enter a full
life with God.
We see from today's readings that a sincere desire to do the
will of God, and to believe in the Lord, are at the heart of our
profession of faith. During Lent, each of us is invited to reexamine
our lives as we seek God in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. We are
called to live and join in God's abundance of love.
This Lent, let us continue to commit ourselves with purpose and
intention, and increase our participation in a sacramental life, both
individually and communally. Let us continue to be a reflection of
God's love and goodness as we strive to live a life of holiness.
Genevieve Mougey is Director of the Office for Social Concerns for the
Archdiocese of Washington.
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