Word for Tuesday June 16. Sts. Quiricus and Julietta, Martyrs

“Jesus said to his disciples: You have heard that it was said ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy’. But I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Heavenly Father…For if you love those who love you, what recompense will you have? Do not tax collectors do the same?” Matthew 5:43-46 “Love unites us to God; it cancels numerable sins, has no limits to its endurance, bears everything patiently.” St. Clement 1, Pope Holy God, we have seen that hating our enemies only breeds hate, no good comes of it. The way
of Jesus is what will bring healing in the world. Father, send us the Holy Spirit in great measure, fill the hearts of people everywhere, even the most hardened hearts, that love may prevail, and we will truly become your children. Amen. “Let your light shine!!” Be blessed. Larry.