Our motivation is important and must always
be purified. It's good when we perceive the need
to be compassionate and ease the suffering of
others. Our guilt at not doing anything or the
enjoyable feeling of acting in benevolence should
move us to action. But Jesus wants to give those
we serve so much more! I encourage you to pray
before approaching the corporal and spiritual
works of mercy and ask the Father how he wants
to love the people you will serve. Open your
heart to his plan through the works of mercy and
then take great joy in what he accomplishes not
only in this life but in his eternal Kingdom.
• Do I serve the poor because
I would feel guilty if I did not,
or because I desire for them
to experience God's love?
• Do I serve the poor because it
makes me feel good or because
I desire their true good?
• Do I preach the Gospel for
my own merits in converting
others or because I know that
Jesus gave his life for them
and desires their salvation?
• Do I love my neighbor even when
it means carrying the cross?
• Do I love and forgive as Jesus
loves and forgives, never
expecting anything in return?
303.468.9885
TheCatholicFoundation.com
Is 2025 the year
to put the Church in your will?
Our Church is the most
important entity in the world;
today, tomorrow and forever.
Will you support it
with a planned gift?
We can assist, give us a call.
Deacon
Steve Stemper
Deacon
Tim Kenny
Lisa
Kukura
Christine M.
Hoyer
