Memorial of St. Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the Church

Memorial of St. Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the Church

Reflection

“Let us hold unwaveringly to our confession that gives us hope, for the one who made the promise is trustworthy. We must consider how to rouse one another to love and good works.” ~ Hebrews 10:23-24

Prayer

Eternal and ever-living God, today, we remember the life of Thomas Aquinas, a person devoted both to you and the development of the gift of human reason. As we recall the life and achievements of St. Thomas, inspire us to use the gift of reason to generate meaningful dialogue across our distracted nation and world. In a time when the divisions among people seem increasingly irrational and critical thinking is often discouraged in explicit and implicit ways, may Thomas’ commitment to the gift of reason inspire a renewed dedication to this unique gift of God. We pray in gratitude for the example of all your saints. Amen.

Call to Action

In a culture that often discourages deep thought, what can I do to encourage deep thought in myself and others?