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Saint Stanislaus, the bishop of Kraków, was martyred for denouncing political and social corruption. He became the patron saint of Poland, and remains a popular saint throughout Eastern Europe.
In today’s reading, Jesus is at a dinner given by his friends Martha and Mary and Lazarus, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. The Jewish leaders plan to kill Jesus, and Lazarus too.
Humanity in Jesus is free to be human and soulful instead of any false climbing into “Spirit.” This was supposed to change everything, and it still will.
Clare Offreduccio (1194-1253) grew up in a wealthy, devout family, and likely was expected to marry. However, all that changed when she heard Francis of Assisi speak.
Saint Magdalene of Canossa worked in hospitals and among the poor, opened her home as a lodging for girls, started a school, and founded two religious communities. She accomplished all of this without the support of her family.
God’s vulnerability, which the cross invites us into, is a power for community with God and with each other.
Look around your life today. Can you see how God is right here? Can you tell that you don’t have to wait for anything else to happen?
Jesus’ continued dedication to the Father’s plan of salvation would make up for the sins of the world. There would be a whole new relationship between God and God’s human creature.
God never overpowers anyone. God’s power to create love and community.
Speak to someone you don’t know well. Or call someone you haven’t spoken to in a long time. And really listen.
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