Reflect: Twenty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - The Gospel of next Sunday invites us to think about how we share the healing presence of Christ in our care for and support for those who are sick. The deaf man is brought to Jesus for healing by his friends. These people beg Jesus to lay his hands on this deaf man so that he might be healed. Jesus' healing power is shown in his opening of the man's ears and the restoring of his speech. When family members and friends care for one another when they are sick, they bring Christ's healing presence. When we pray for those who are ill, we ask God to show his healing power. When health is restored, we share that good news with others. "Where there is great love, there are always great miracles." Blessed Mother Teresa.
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