Reflection

“Salvation is not an abstract idea, but begins with the concrete action of healing the wounds of those who suffer.” –Pope Leo XIV

Prayer

Healing God,

In the busyness of our tasks and duties, we can at times overlook the eternal value of the work and ministry we are pursuing together. No matter where we happen to serve or what we do in this field of healthcare, may we all be blessed with greater awareness of how we are ultimately serving your plan of salvation—not in the abstract, but in the concrete, as we work together to heal the wounds of the vulnerable and bring new degrees of wholeness to patients, their families, and our wider communities. Amen.

Call to Action

Do I take seriously enough the eternal significance of even the simplest acts of compassion? Be intentional today about connecting those dots.