Sunday 17th June, 2012
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time. G. Ezekiel 17:22-24. Lord, it is good to give thanks to you—Ps 91(92):2-3, 13-16. 2 Corinthians 5:6-10. Mark 4:26-34.

  
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Lord, it is good to give thanks to you.

Today’s readings invite us to explore the nurturing aspect of God. The first reading speaks of God’s longing for us to become all that we can be. God makes the low tree high and the dry tree flourish. God yearns for us to produce fruit, to provide shade for those who need to rest and to take our place with all of creation. In the gospel Jesus tells how a tiny mustard seed can become the greatest of all shrubs. Paul’s letter encourages us to walk by faith and not sight.

The journey into wholeness and fullness of life is only possible when we surrender ourselves to God. Do my words and deeds declare God’s steadfast love and faithfulness? How can my gifts provide shade and shelter to those in need?