Matthew 5:1-12a
At that time:
Seeing the crowds, Jesus went up on the mountain,
and when he sat down, his disciples came to him.
And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying:
‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they shall be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you
and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven.’
PROMPTS FOR FAITH SHARING
In the second reading from the first letter of St John we read, “My dear people, we are already the children of God”. What implication does this have for your spirituality?
Today we read from the Beatitudes one of the most famous passages in all Scripture. Which Beatitude do you feel most challenging? How might you seek to live this Beatitude in your own life?
On this feast of All Saints what saint have you find particularly inspiring to your journey of faith?