In Jesus’ ministry, meals shared with friends and followers often formed the backdrop to some important teachings of Jesus about the values of the Kingdom of God. Jesus showed no favouritism but welcomed all in the community, particularly the needy, to share the meal. This is a practice which is carried on today when we join together around the altar to listen to God’s words and share the Eucharistic meal at Sunday Mass. In Luke’s Gospel (Luke 14: 1.7-14), Jesus reminds His listeners that everyone must act with humility and see themselves as the servants of the community rather than those whom the community might feel honoured to serve. Around the Lord’s Table, there is a state of equality, for all are equally there by God’s invitation, grace, and mercy.

This week at Holy Spirit Catholic School, we value respect. Having respect for someone means you think good things about who a person is or how he or she acts. We reinforce that showing respect to someone is to act in a way that shows they care about others feelings and well-being. This week we pray that our students show respect for others by thinking and acting in a way that shows others they care about their feelings and their well-being, to see a need and do something about it.

God bless.
Caroline Fuller