Dave Whelan
As Lent begins today, God wants us to quietly listen to the words of his son. What does that mean “quietly?” Jesus says in the gospel “Be careful not to do your acts of righteousness before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in Heaven.” He goes on by saying “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men.” During this Lenten period, there are so many opportunities for us to perform “random acts of kindness” that can be done without a lot of celebration or fanfare. Look no further than provide some type of assistance for those in need down in Haiti. The survivors will be in need for a period much longer than the next 40 days. We at Christ the King have already been sending our first fruits from the Silver to Gold campaign to Haiti, but certainly now is the time for each of us to step up that effort. During the pastoral transition period here at CTK, many programs can be sustained as well as enhanced through several additional hours of your time each week. Rather than sit back and wait for a new “leader,” take charge of a program, committee or service activity and make it the best it can be. Let’s not make this just a good place for a new Pastor to join, but a great place to share God’s word and to help those truly in need. Be quiet about your mission, from whatever pulpit works for you, but do it enthusiastically.
PRAYER: Dear Lord, as we enter into this Lenten season, please allow each of us to quietly yet enthusiastically provide for the needy, pray for the sick and the lonely, and act in so many ways that can assist those less fortunate than us. Amen
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