This Sunday’s readings are a powerful reminder of the spiritual and emotional fractures we all experience—and God’s persistent call to unity, healing, and hope.
In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus is accused of being “out of His mind” by His own family. He responds with both challenge and invitation:
“If a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand.”
“Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother.”
It’s a moment that speaks to our times. Division—whether in families, churches, or society—weakens us. But Christ offers something greater than shared blood: shared mission.
In Genesis, we revisit the moment of separation—when Adam and Eve hide from God in shame. Yet even there, God searches for them. In the second reading, Paul reminds us that “we do not lose heart”—because we live by faith, not by fear.
This Sunday, we are invited to rebuild the house with mercy, forgiveness, and purpose. We are called to remember that church is not just where we go—it’s who we are together.
3 Calls to Action This Week
- Repair What’s Broken – A Week of Reconciliation
Encourage parishioners to reach out to someone with whom they’ve been distant—family, neighbor, or fellow parishioner.In bulletins or homilies, include a short prayer for courage and healing - Update & Recommit – Strengthen Our Household of Faith
Distribute contact update cards or use a SmartLink to gather updated info from parishioners, along with prayer intentions or ministry interests. Rebuilding starts with knowing who’s in the house. - Give With Purpose – Be Part of the Foundation
Invite parishioners to commit to regular giving as an act of belonging and responsibility.
Promote recurring giving this weekend with SmartGive or in-pew QR cards.
“We don’t just need gifts—we need givers who believe this mission is their own.”
Last modified: June 5, 2025
