Feast of All Saints
Today is All Saints Day.
Pope Benedict Reflection – Saints of the 21st Century
Do you and I have what it takes to be a saint?
Here’s a checklist to help us find out…
You’re a saint if you pay attention to God’s presence in your own heart and in the lives of others…
You’re a saint if you pay attention with all you have: with your mind and heart and soul…
You’re a saint if you pay attention to loving your neighbour at home, at school, at work and in the community…
You’re a saint if you pay attention to those in need down the street, across town and around the world…
You’re a saint if you pay attention to being honest and faithful, fair and just, loyal and trustworthy…
You’re a saint if you pay attention to your own faults and forgive those who’ve hurt you…
You’re a saint if you pay attention to the consequences of your habits, choices, decisions, spending…
You’re a saint if you pay attention to the needs of others before taking care of yourself…
You’re a saint if you know the difference between paying attention – and not paying attention…
You’re a saint if you pay attention even when no one else does…
Lord, help me pay attention, help me be a saint today…
