​The 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time - February 11, 2018

Brothers and Sisters
There is often no escape from illness. And, sometimes an illness is considered socially unacceptable and those afflicted cannot escape the injustice and the judgement that can accompany the condition. Our weekend readings focus on leprosy, but they could be about any disease or condition that evokes fear, alienation or condemnation. Those who suffer are urged to turn to God for healing. All of us are called to imitate Jesus, who throughout his life, embraced and healed the sick and outcast. It is a hard challenge to ignore and an even harder one for many of us to accept, but through the grace and prompting of the Holy Spirit we are strengthened to accomplish our Father's will.  May we always say yes to God!