Wednesday of the First Week of Advent
I was moved as I read “…God will wipe away the tears from all faces” in today’s first reading. This year, I have witnessed many tears being shed. Children crying after being separated from their parents, neighbors anxious about the future of their immigration status, and even caseworkers overwhelmed by the needs of their community. Yet, there was always someone there to help wipe away those tears – a legal representative, a friend, or a supervisor. We may not always be able to fix the underlying problem that is causing someone’s tears, but we can be the face of God as we accompany others as they overcome the challenges they face. Today’s Gospel speaks of many miracles, but what if we are each called to small miracles every day? Not only in our daily work with the people we serve, but with our colleagues, families, and friends. Those small miracles may be sharing a kind word, offering to do a little extra, or being present with a box of tissues. What small miracle will you be called on to help with today? Are you ready to answer that call?
Michelle Sardone is the Deputy Director of Programs at Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. Embracing the Gospel value of welcoming the stranger, CLINIC promotes the dignity and protects the rights of immigrants in partnership with a dedicated network of Catholic and community legal immigration programs.
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