The gospel for Friday of the 24th week in Ordinary Time is taken from Luke, 8th chapter first through the third verse. Jesus journeyed from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. Accompanying him were the 12 and some women who had been cured of evil spirits and infirmities. Mary called Mary Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out Joanna, the wife of Herod’s steward, Chuza, Susanna, and many others who provided for them out of their resources. We don’t always think about the most basic things that Jesus needed to perform his ministry. And here we see that there were many women who were touched by his healing words and became great supporters of his work.

And they traveled with him and made sure out of their resources they were able to give him everything he needed. It’s a beautiful example of how the kingdom when it takes root in someone because of the healing they received, they continue to support the message of Jesus. Please ponder these images in your heart and when the music ends, I will close with a prayer. Closing prayer Father, something happens to us when we receive your gifts, your Holy Spirit dwelling in us. We find ourselves more engaged in the things that bring life and hope to people. Bless us with the imagination to see how clearly we can make a difference.

And we ask this in Jesus name, amen.