August 21, 2024, Wednesday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time-B ST. PIUS X, POPE
Ezekiel 34:1-11
Psalm 23
Matthew 20:1-16
I myself will look after and tend my sheep. Ezekiel 34:11
…each received the usual daily wage. Matthew 20:9
Lord, I love your stories. I love those that turn accepted practices or common sense on their heads. By our standards those that worked the hardest or longest should have been paid more than those who did little and worked briefly. But that’s not the standard in your kingdom. Your generosity is measured by need and not by effort or achievement. Those hired last had families to feed too. Lord, you care for us as a good shepherd. You go all out, never providing just enough to get along. Your grace is abundant and extravagant. I thank you for caring so faithfully and lovingly for me. May your example of generosity show me how to care for those whom you have called me to shepherd. You look on all in your flock with love as can I. You treat all with dignity and respect-even the lazy, handicapped or weak. May I today give the benefit of the doubt to the sheep you’ve placed near me. I’ll never match your generosity so guide my mind and my heart to do your will today. St. Pius pray for us. Amen.