Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus

Today is the Memorial of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus.

In our busy lives the saints of the church can sometimes be our guides, help us to see Christ in others, to find God in ourselves. As Christians with the emphasis on the presentation of unconditional love as the essential and important gift from God, the discovery and protection of this love are prime responsibilities as we try to share the Good News, as we try to be evangelists.

Evangelization remains important to the Church. All Christians are asked to lead lives of charity, humility, and obedience to the laws of God. We are all called to be witness, to proclaim the Word of God, not always verbally, but through our actions, through how we conduct ourselves in our daily routines.

What's tricky here is that many Christians don't realize that this is part of being Christian. I don't think they realize that they are asked to do more than just attend Mass on the Sabbath. Attending Mass is important but more work is needed, more dedication is needed. Within each of us is the potential to change the world for the better. We are asked to look inside ourselves and to strive to do just that. This request has always been given to the disciples of Jesus Christ. Each individual is asked to personalize it if necessary and to make it as original as they like. This is a challenge we all must accept, the challenge to love and serve the Lord.

Remember the sacrifice, Remember the Love