“Lord, open my heart, my schedule, and my table today to someone who is poor or poor in spirit today. Catholic Daily Reflections offers prayers and reflections on the Gospel, Mass readings of the day, Divine Mercy, saints, liturgical feasts, and more. We can affirm the beauty and dignity he has breathed into their souls-and find Jesus himself. We all need support in this process, and today’s post will allow us to commiserate together as well as find strength by reading. There, we will also encounter the God who lives within them. Today’s daily reflection for June 26th provides us with an opportunity to reflect on our struggles with sobrietyto come face-to-face with the challenges we have faced and the ones we must continue to confront. Such is the evidence of God’s grace and love among us. Such is our process of growth in unity and function. It is no longer a question of good or evil we conform because we genuinely want to conform. Daily Reflection Alcoholics Anonymous JDaily Reflection, Big Book, Step 6, Higher Power, God, letting go, meditation, willingness, solution, freedom When anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, I want the hand of A.A. We obey A.A.’s Steps and Traditions because we really want them for ourselves. 1st Reading: Isaiah 26:7-9, 12, 16-19 A prayer of quiet confidence, awaiting the dawn. Daily ReflectionsJune 27CONFORMING TO THE A.A. Read inspiring stories, books and publications helping AA members achieve sobriety. As we talk with them, we may have an opportunity for a longer encounter-perhaps by getting a cup of coffee or inviting them to lunch. 19 June 2023 Monday of Week 11 Optional Memorial: St Romuald, monk who. is the International Journal of Alcoholics Anonymous. Even a smile or a few dollars or a kind word can open the door to the hospitality God wants us to show. People often have simple, ordinary needs. The Spirit can open our eyes and help us to reach out to them. We might not know how to “invite the poor” into our lives, but we can start by asking the Holy Spirit to show us someone who is hungry-whether for food or for an experience of God’s love. Sharing a meal communicates love in tangible ways that surpass words, and a stranger can become a brother or a sister. As we sit at such a table, walls begin to tumble. We can truly encounter and connect with another person by welcoming them, by being present and listening, and by experiencing God’s love together. Jesus is not just describing a meal offered, but a meal shared as family. And he’s reminding us that people who are poor or suffering have great dignity. He’s asking us to open our arms to the suffering and marginalized and see them with his compassion. He’s asking us to rework our guest lists and reorient our hearts. So when Jesus talks about holding a banquet and inviting the poor, he’s inviting us to be hospitable like his Father (Luke 14:13). Even more, they reflected the generous hospitality of God himself. From Abraham to Rahab to the first disciples, God’s people encountered their Lord by showing hospitality (Genesis 18 Joshua 2 Acts 2:44). This holy encounter will continue into eternity in the “wedding feast of the Lamb” (Revelation 19:9).īut even ordinary mealtimes can provide opportunities to meet with God. Because Jesus is present in the sacred meal of the Eucharist, heaven touches earth at every Mass. He often chose to make a personal connection with people by coming to eat at their homes. (Luke 14:13)įor Jesus, the dinner table is a sacred place. When you hold a banquet, invite the poor. Not a subscriber? Subscribe for only $12 (Save $4). Subscribers: Please log in to view the Mass readings. To search for specific meetings, please use our Meeting Finder.DAILY MASS READINGS AVAILABLE WITH A SUBSCRIPTIONĪccess daily Mass readings, meditations and articles, as well as special resources, by becoming a subscriber or logging in. (Non-members by prior arrangement pls).Įmail for SY&NED Electronic Communications Liason Officer is: list below indicates all meetings within this Intergroup. Intergroup and Region are 'Open' to AA members. Intergroup Meetings and Regional Assemblies are a fundamental part of carrying the message,īoth to AA members, and to those who still suffer.ĪA members are encouraged to enhance their sobriety Service to AA is an important component of the AA recovery programme. NERA meetings are usually on the Sunday a week after Intergroup - (unless Bank Hols etc interfere) Regional Assemblies are at: Strensall and Towthorpe Village Hall, Northfields, Strensall, York, YO32 5XW. South Yorkshire and North East Derbyshire Intergroup forms part of AA-GB's North East Region (NERA). Yorks & NE Derbys Intergroup hosts a Mini-Convention annually. Some AA publications are now available to view online - please see 'SY&NED Online Resources' page.
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