20 January, 2023 | Memorial St Sebastian , Memorial St Fabian | Saturday of the Second Week in Ordinary Time
Reading : 2 Sm 1:1-4, 11-12, 19, 23-27 Gospel Mk 3:20-21 Jesus came with his disciples into the house. Again the crowd gathered, making it impossible for them even to eat. When his relatives heard of this they set out to seize him, for they said, “He is out of his mind.” Reflection: Jesus' ministry was marked by immense popularity and constant demands from the people around him. This led to physical exhaustion and limited personal time, to the point where even his basic needs were neglected. Likewise, as followers of Jesus, we may encounter situations where our commitment to His mission comes at a cost. It may require sacrifices of our time, energy, and personal desires. Sometimes, our devotion to Jesus may even be misunderstood or opposed by those closest to us, including family and friends. They may question our decisions, label us as radical or fanatical, or try to discourage us from fully pursuing our faith; but never give up, trust him, and cling to his promises. Activity: