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Serving With Humility, reflection on Thursday of 21st week in Ordinary time year C

Thursday of 21st week in Ordinary Time Year C Memorial of St. Augustine, Bishop and Doctor Of The Church First Reading: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-13 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 90:3-4,12-13.14 and 17 (R. 14) Gospel Reading: Matthew 24:42-51 Reflection Theme: Serving With Humility Yesterday, the church was celebrating the life St. Monica of Hippo and her prayerful motherhood and servant leadership. Today we are invited to reflect on the profound influence of st. Monica to her son st. Augustine who through his life demonstrated what most of us are; proud and not ready to do the lord’s work no matter the persuasion. In our Gospel reading from Matthew 24:42-51, we are reminded about impact on unwavering faith, persistent prayer and humble service to God and all humanity. St. Augustine, who we celebrate today is an example of such leader and teacher of faith through his various notable works, ranging from City of God and Confessions. He served the City of Hippo in the present day Algeria as its Bi...