Gospel: Luke 17:11–19
As Jesus travels between Samaria and Galilee, He meets ten lepers calling out, “Jesus, Master! Take pity on us.”
He tells them to show themselves to the priests—and as they go, they are healed.
But only one turns back to thank Him. And that one? A Samaritan, an outsider.
Jesus asks, “Were not all ten made clean? The other nine, where are they?”
Then He tells the Samaritan, “Stand up and go on your way. Your faith has saved you.”
🌿 Faith Heals, Gratitude Elevates
This week’s Gospel is a mirror held up to our lives.
How often do we pray desperately for miracles—then forget to look up and say “thank you” once they come through?
The lepers remind us that faith may open the door to healing, but gratitude keeps that door open.
It’s easy to expect blessings; harder to pause and recognize them.
Only the one who came back to thank Jesus truly experienced wholeness—not just healing.
❤️ Who Are You in the Story?
Every Gospel invites us to locate ourselves inside it.
So here’s today’s reflection:
Are you the one who gives thanks?
Or one of the nine who move on, too busy or too proud to acknowledge grace?
And as we think about the parable of the Good Samaritan, there’s another challenge:
When life’s road gets messy, who do we resemble—the robbers, the priest, or the Samaritan?
Let’s be honest: most days, we’re the ones who cross to the other side.
We scroll past someone’s cry for help. We pretend not to notice the elderly neighbor who needs a hand.
We say, “Someone else will stop.”
But the Good Samaritan teaches us that love is not about convenience—it’s about presence.
Your “neighbor” isn’t just the person living next door; it’s anyone who shows up when you need them.
The stranger who offers you an umbrella in the rain.
The colleague who helps when your day’s gone south.
The friend who listens instead of judging.
That’s grace in human form. That’s faith made visible.
💧 When Pride Meets Humility
Remember Naaman, the great commander plagued by leprosy?
He came to Prophet Elisha with wealth and pride, expecting a royal miracle.
Instead, Elisha told him to wash in the muddy Jordan River seven times.
Humbling, dirty, simple—and exactly what Naaman needed.
Sometimes God doesn’t cure our pride before healing us—He cures us through humility.
🌻 4 Ways to Bring Hope into the World This Week
Let’s turn today’s message into small, meaningful action:
- Connect with others.
Join a community or group that uplifts you. Shared stories bring fresh perspectives—and sometimes, healing. - Set small, meaningful goals.
You don’t have to change the world today. Just take one faithful step forward. - Cultivate gratitude.
Thank God for the good and the challenging moments—they’re both shaping you. - Seek inspiration daily.
Read something uplifting, share kindness, or simply be someone’s reason to smile.
Even small sparks can light up the darkest days.
🌹 Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary
Today, we also celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, a reminder that prayer is our strongest defense.
History tells of countless victories—spiritual and literal—won through the humble power of the rosary.
So when life’s storms rage, pick up your beads. Pray. Reflect.
Because sometimes, the most powerful battles are won on our knees.
🍲 Food for the Soul
The Samaritan’s gratitude.
Naaman’s humility.
Our Lady’s protection.
Three reminders this Sunday that faith isn’t about having it all—it’s about recognizing Who holds it all together.
So here’s your serving for the week:
✨ Be thankful.
✨ Be kind.
✨ Be the neighbor someone’s praying for.
And as always—share this if it made you pause, smile, or think.
You never know who might need a little faith refill today. 💛
📖 Homily Credits: Fr. Jervis D’Souza
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