St. Matthew Catholic Church

Weekly Message     

Our Love has ONE Origin

Dear brothers and sisters,   

        Have you ever wondered where love comes from? Why does a mother sacrifice for her children, a father work tirelessly for his family, or someone forgive a person who has hurt them? Behind every genuine act of love, we discover God's love.

     Before asking, “How much do I love God?” we should ask, “How deeply have I experienced God's love?” The more deeply we receive His love, the more faithfully we can share it. We Cannot Love God Without Loving Our Neighbor. Our neighbor is not just the person who lives next door or agrees with us. It may be a spouse who needs patience, a child who needs attention, an elderly parent who needs care, a colleague who has offended us, a poor person who needs help, or a lonely person who needs someone to listen.

     True Christian love does not ask, “Does this person deserve my love?” Instead, “How can I show God's love to this person?” Love is not always easy. It is easier to love those who appreciate us than those who criticize, disappoint, or hurt us. But Christian love is measured not merely by our feelings, but by our willingness to seek the good of others. Let us make three simple commitments:

     Love God sincerely: Pray, listen to His Word, and receive His grace. Love your family generously: Prac- tice patience, forgive, and give your loved ones your time. Love your neighbor practically: Help someone in need, reach out to the lonely, or reconcile with someone from whom you have become distant. We may not change the entire world in one day, but one act of love can transform someone's day. Let us never forget: we have received love from God. Our hearts are in God’s heart. We do not keep it for ourselves; we share it with others.

     Love & Prayers!

  Msgr. Xavier Pappu                     

                     Insert:  Giving to God/Dar a Dios.pdf
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