Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Oh, God Our Father, in the readings for this Sunday three men experience their sinfulness in their encounter, Isaiah, Paul and Peter. As humans there is always that mixture of good and bad. Encountering You, Lord, all good, allows us to be more aware of our limitations. All our illusions of self-righteousness can disappear. We may not have as dramatic experiences, but we can experience Your mercy and have gratitude and thanksgiving for your Divine Providence and protection - A close call while driving, or when me might be intent on evil, like Paul, or in prayer like Isaiah, or at work like Peter. Give us the grace today to ask Your forgiveness, mercy and compassion for Your unworthy servants. Amen.
Fr. Ignatius M. Kissel, OSM
