Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
17 November 2024
First Reading: Dn 12:1-3
Responsorial Psalm: Ps 16:5, 8, 9-10, 11
Second Reading: Heb 10:11-14, 18
Gospel: Mk 13:24-32
Reflection
By: Benj Santiago
"But of that day or hour, no one knows, neither the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father."
The end times. Is it near? Or is it still far away? No one knows. Many doomsday sayers are telling us that the end times is near because of the ongoing conflicts, natural calamities and disasters in different parts of the world. But again, the Bible says, no one knows except the Father.
We come across this passage at this time of the year when we are about to end the Liturgical Year. It is a reminder that I, you, all of us need to be prepared at all times. And the best way to prepare daily is to love others, to forgive those who sinned against us, and ask forgiveness for the sins we committed, plus the sins of omissions.
You and I must continue to appreciate blessings we receive including the opportunity to live another day. We need to show kindness, respect and empathy to people we meet every day.
Prayer
Dear heavenly Father, I pray that I may appreciate each day I live. May I be a blessing for people I interact with each day. May Your love, generosity, and kindness overflow from me to people I meet every day. Help us Lord to be prepared for the end times every day. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen.
