From Father Varghese’s Desk
Since arriving at Mary Mother of Mankind, I’ve noticed something both amusing and uniquely unifying about our parish family—we are delightfully divided when it comes to sports! (Yes, I realize I may be treading into dangerous territory.) We seem evenly split between fans of the New York teams—especially the Yankees and Giants—and those fiercely loyal to our hometown favorites, the Red Sox and Patriots. As this bulletin goes to print, both the Bills and the Patriots have been enjoying notable success. Their achievements are no accident; they reflect a combination of talent, strong leadership, perseverance, and hard work. These same qualities— when placed in God’s hands—can yield extraordinary fruit in our spiritual lives as well.
Consider Saint Teresa of Calcutta. She began her mission to serve the poorest of the poor with only twenty cents in her pocket. Forty-nine years later, at the time of her death, God had multiplied that humble beginning into eighty schools, three hundred mobile dispensaries, seventy leprosy clinics, thirty homes for the dying, thirty homes for abandoned children, and over forty thousand volunteers serving throughout the world. What began as a small act of faith became a global witness to God’s providence.
We, too, are invited to begin our own humble acts of sharing right here in our parish and local community. Opportunities abound—through the charitable works of the Knights of Columbus, the St. Vincent de Paul Society, our CCD programs, or by bringing Holy Communion and companionship to those confined to nursing homes.
It is easy to say, “I’m only one person,” or “I don’t have enough money or talent to make a difference.” Yet Scripture reminds us of the young boy who offered only five loaves and two fish—and witnessed a miracle unfold. The Gospel assures us that every believer has received at least one gift from the Holy Spirit. That gift may be our own “tiny fish”— perhaps not money, but time, compassion, skill, or presence.
Each of us has something to share. If we have never fully entrusted our time, talent, or treasure to Christ, now is the moment to begin. Let us place what we have before the Lord and say, “Here I am, Lord—use what I offer.” When we do, God blesses our efforts and multiplies them far beyond what we could imagine.
As we begin to give, we discover that Christ steps in precisely where we fall short. He supplies what is lacking and brings forth abundance. When we place our gifts in His hands and ask for His blessing, that is when the miracle happens. Won’t you allow Christ to work through you this week?
Have a Good Week and God Bless,
Father Varghese
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