Example of Catherine's Response in Love

A quote about Catherine McAuley from Angela Bolster, her biographer.



The rescue of a new-born infant during the epidemic is an example of Catherine's response in love to a perceived need.

Sometimes I wonder what Catherine would do today to meet the needs that are out there. Would she continue to open Houses of Mercy for those who need shelter? Would she start up a school for those who do not have access to good education? Would she be at the border assisting immigrants in their health and eduction needs? Woud she be in clinics where the uninsured are present? Would she be in homeless shelters? Building homes in Katrina wracked New Orleans? Or would she be in another country where the needs are more drastic and go unmet?

I wonder as I think about what I might be doing in ministry in the future. Should I get better training for something? Should I go back to teaching? Should I use the skills I have for some other work? Should I move? Should I look around and see the faces of those who are poor here in my city? Is there a glaring area where needs go unmet?

And you? How is God calling you to use your time and skills? Are you being pushed out of your comfort zone to be of service to others? How can you connect with those less fortunate? Do you have untapped skills you need to use to really be the person you are?

Wonderful thoughts to ponder today...