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FROM OUR EDITORS—June 25, 2023 – 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

FROM OUR EDITORS—June 25, 2023 – 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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In Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus says, “So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” This isn’t the only time Jesus points to God’s small, winged creatures and assures us of our importance to him and his faithful care for us. “Do not be afraid” are words Jesus says repeatedly in the Gospels.

Yet many of us tend to fear and worry instead of truly trusting God with our lives. We acknowledge Jesus by living our faith in both word and action. And this means trusting God with our fears and worries.

Why does Jesus repeat himself? Because we need to hear it over and over again. His message sinks in slowly, but slowly is better than not at all. May God, who cares for the smallest sparrow, help us to become confident of his faithful care for us too.

Religious Freedom Week continues through June 29. It’s not too late to join in! This year’s theme is “Embracing the Divine Gift of Freedom.” As American prepare to celebrate Independence Day on July 4, this is a good time to thank God for our freedoms and to pray, reflect, and take action for the protection of our freedom of religion. Find resources here (English, Spanish). Join us in praying for the protection of religious liberty (English, Spanish).

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