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Michael R. Simone, S.J., is contributing editor at America and pastor of Gesù Parish in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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FaithThe Word
A life of true intentionality requires us to seek out the lost and welcome them.
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FaithThe Word
Discipleship requires us to renounce our ego.
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FaithThe Word
Our faith and struggle continue Christ's work of salvation.
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Banquets can be status displays--or a chance to share with those who cannot repay us.
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FaithThe Word
Every heart turned to Christ brings a little more of the fiery divine presence into the world.
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Luke reminds us that everything we have is temporary and that we will have to account for ourselves when we meet Christ.
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Material goods can provide the illusion of present control and future security.
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To pray as Jesus did draws our attention to the subtle evidence of God’s kingdom taking shape.
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By performing the good work of hospitality, Abraham glimpsed the face of God.
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FaithThe Word
To follow Christ means to lift up our brothers and sisters with extravagance like the good Samaritan’s and compassion like Jesus’ own.