St. Matthew Catholic Church

Weekly Message     

FearlessFaithinaFearfulWorld

Dear brothers and sisters,   

      Two explorers in a jungle saw a ferocious lion who jumped in front of them." Keep calm. "the first whispered. "Remember what we read in that book on wild animals? If you stand perfectly still and look the lion In the eye, he will turn and run." "Sure," replied his friend, "You've read the book and I've Read the book. But has the lion read the book? "The world Does not know or fear God. How do we face it?

     Every faithful father of a family teaches his children To live fearlessly in this godless world surrounded by conflict and challenges that can shake our confidence. Just like St. Joseph, a godly father is not one who never experiences fear, but who trusts God amid uncertainty and leads his family by example.

     Prophet Jeremiah faced rejection, ridicule and threats because he was a man of God. He shows us that courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to place our trust in God even when life is difficult.

     Jesus assures us that God knows and cares for us so Deeply that even the hairs on our heads are counted. Fear loses its power when we remember that we are loved and protected by God. God’s message to us is clear:" Do not be afraid."

     St. Francis, in times of misunderstanding, hardship, and poverty, placed his life in God's hands and discovered true freedom and joy. Someone said, “We fear men so much because we fear God so little.”

     As we honor our fathers, let us thank God for their Sacrifices and pray that they may be strengthened in faith And courage to face whatever lies ahead. Keep your fears To yourself; share your courage with others.

     Happy Father’s day!   Blessings!

Msgr. Xavier Pappu
                     Insert:  Giving to God/Dar a Dios.pdf

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