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LECTIO
DIVINA

Lectio divina is a method of prayer from the monastic tradition of Christianity. It is translated as “holy reading,” “divine reading”, “meditative reading,” or “spiritual reading.”

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IGNATIAN GOSPEL CONTEMPLATION

Ignatian contemplation is a very active way of praying that engages the mind and heart and stirs up thoughts and emotions and is suited especially for the Gospels.

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Weekly Reflection

There I Am in the Midst of Them

09-06-2026  |  We Celebrate Worship Resource, Vol. 51, No. 2

When we see someone doing something sinful or hurtful, we tend to do one of two things. Either we look the other way because it's too awkward to say something, or we confront them angrily, especially if we're the ones being hurt. Jesus describes an alternative in great detail. Take small steps to progressively reconcile the offender with the one who has been hurt and with the wider community. As we may have been taught: hate the sin, love the sinner. Firmly correct the behavior while caring for the person. If this fails, Jesus counsels the disciples to "treat [them] as you would a Gentile or a tax collector" (Matthew 18:17), which seems terrible, but Matthew, of all people, realized that it really isn't. He himself had been a tax collector before repenting and becoming a disciple. Jesus would go on to commission his disciples to make disciples of all nations. You see, Jesus treated Gentiles and tax collectors with mercy and expects us to treat sinners with mercy as well. When we see someone doing wrong, don't ignore the sin, but don't drive the sinner away. Soften their hearts and reconcile with them.

How do you react when you are corrected? Does it depend on the way it's done?


Ahí estoy yo en medio de ellos

Cuando vemos a alguien cometer un acto pecaminoso o que causa daño, solemos reaccionar de una de estas dos maneras: o bien miramos hacia otro lado por la incomodidad que supone decir algo, o bien confrontamos a la persona con ira, especialmente si somos nosotros quienes hemos sufrido el daño. Jesús describe una alternativa muy detallada: dar pequeños pasos para reconciliar progresivamente al ofensor con la persona agraviada y con la comunidad en general. Como bien se nos ha enseñado: hay que odiar el pecado, pero amar al pecador. Se trata de corregir la conducta con firmeza sin dejar de preocuparse por la persona. Si esto no da resultado, Jesús aconseja a sus discípulos que traten a esa persona «como a un pagano o a un recaudador de impuestos» (Mateo 18:17); algo que puede parecer terrible, pero que Mateo, precisamente él, comprendió que no lo era en absoluto. Él mismo había sido recaudador de impuestos antes de arrepentirse y convertirse en discípulo. Más adelante, Jesús encomendaría a sus discípulos la misión de hacer discípulos en todas las naciones. Jesús trataba a los paganos y a los recaudadores de impuestos con misericordia, y espera que nosotros también tratemos a los pecadores con misericordia. Cuando veamos a alguien obrar mal, no ignoremos el pecado, pero tampoco alejemos al pecador; procuremos ablandar su corazón y reconciliarnos con él.

¿Cómo reaccionas cuando te corrigen? ¿Depende de la forma en que se haga?

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Events

Calling All Singers

The St. Francis Choirs are welcoming new members ages 18 and older, and men are especially encouraged to participate.

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Prayer Shawl

The shawls can be crocheted, sewn, woven or knitted. Any parishioner may request a prayer shawl for themselves or someone else.

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Colombia Earthquake Relief Collection

We are taking up a special collection to support our brothers and sisters in Colombia following the recent earthquake.

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Labor Day Holiday

The Parish Office will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

See you on Tuesday!

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Knights of Columbus Vocations Dinner

Join us for a delicious Vocations Dinner hosted by the Knights of Columbus to support a wonderful cause.

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CCW Welcome-Back Meeting

The St. Francis of Assisi Council of Catholic Women invites everyone to our Welcome-Back Meeting at the Parish Center.

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Youth and Young Adult Adoration

Join us for an evening to learn, adore, and grow in faith every third Wednesday of the month at San Pedro Spiritual Development Center, 95 Bishop Grady Lane, Winter Park, FL.

Retrouvaille: A Lifeline for Married Couples

Is your marriage struggling? If your relationship has become troubled, distant, or stressful, or if you are separated, divorced, or considering it, Retrouvaille offers hope and healing.

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