Today’s readings challenge us to think about how we react to complex and difficult matters.

As the world is filled with much suffering, we are called to action.

Mary’s song offers us a model for how to pray.

Treating one another with dignity and respect are conditions of an authentic imitation of God.

When Jesus offered bread and fish to the multitudes, he modeled behavior that we are called to emulate.

Today’s reading gives biblical examples of expecting and accepting rejection and persevering despite the obstacles.