In the days when he was in the flesh, he offered prayers and supplications with loud cries and tears to the one who was able to save him from death,* and he was heard because of his reverence. Hebrews 5:7-10
I remember the sacrifices made by my parents. I've grown up witnessing the selflessness of my grandmother as she's cared for my handicapped uncle. The work, sweat, and camaraderie of neighbors when a tree came down formed my response to others' needs. We all learn much from the upbringing we received. If this is the case for you and me, then it holds true that it is the same for our Savior. His perseverance, willingness to sacrifice, and ultimate self-generosity were at the very least influenced by the example of His mother. In this year in which we have all experienced great sorrow, may we turn to her as Jesus did and learn from her example.
How would Mary respond to the suffering of today?
Jesus, help me to learn from the example of your mother.
Today's Reflection is by:
Fr. Chuck Dornquast
Did you know...
Fr. Chuck Dornquast is a son of St. Joseph Parish in Zephyrhills. After graduating from Zephyrhills High School he entered the seminary where he would spend the next 9 years. While in seminary he spent time at many of our diocesan parishes and discovered more and more the heart of Christ the High Priest within him. After ordination, he spent his first 4 years of priesthood as the associate pastor of St. Lawrence in Tampa. He currently serves the Diocese of St. Petersburg as the Director of Vocations.
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