In
today's Gospel, Jesus tells people he comes to bring the good news that
God is here now and that they can live God's truth. This means that
they are set free to help and care for each other; to share what they
have with all people.
God
has made those who make up his body this way so that we can realise we
each need each other. When one single person suffers, we all suffer. When
one single person is praised or respected, we are all praised and respected.
Sometimes, the weakest parts of the body need most care; but we should
remember, the person who seems the weakest may be the most gifted.
We
have been thinking about how each part of the body can stand for talents
that can be used to help each other.
HEADS:
think of ways to help poorer countries; save the earth; make good laws;
create ideas, books; work out what God wants; deal with anger; understand
the other person; make someone happy; score a goal.
EYES:
Look out for those who need help; see what is really going on; see beauty.
EARS:
Listen; hear cries for help.
ARMS:
Can be strong; give hugs; do heavy work; work machinery; carry people;
play games.
HANDS:
Create beauty; play music; tend the sick; show meaning.
LEGS:
Run to help; run errands; play games; move to other places.
FEET:
Walk God's way.
HIPS:
Carry babies; help create new life.
SHOULDERS:
Carry burdens; show pride in what is good.
BACKBONE:
Stand up for what is right; support everyone; carry messages.
We all have talents and we can use them to help everyone.
