Thursday | May 30, 2024
1 Peter 2:5
…like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house….
8th Week in Ordinary Time
If the Walls Could Talk
We are often struck by the history of a place—perhaps the home of a famous person or a church or public building where momentous events occurred. But we probably overlook the fact that we have a story to tell because we are the “spiritual house” that proclaims the love of Jesus. St. Peter deliberately phrases this in the passive voice—“let yourselves be built”—indicating that, as Christians, we prayerfully submit to the Lord, who builds and fashions us for a purpose. We are an essential part of that spiritual house, but the craftsmanship is God’s. How are you using your gifts to share the mercy and goodness of God? Whatever your age or stage on your journey, you will always be a “living stone!” As you give of yourself in prayer or works of charity or labor alongside others to serve your family or parish community, you are helping make this “spiritual house” a home for all.
- Steve Pable
1 Peter 2:2-5, 9-12 • Psalm 100:2-5 • Mark 10:46-52
