Tuesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time
(II Corinthians 8:1-9; Matthew 5: 43-48)
A saying about donating to charity has no reference but is
worth repeating: “Giving has never made anyone poor.” Most people hedge their donations to assure
that they have something for themselves.
Nevertheless, in a mysterious way when people give to others, they often
receive more in return,
In today’s first reading, St. Paul tells the Corinthians
about his experience in Macedonia. The people there accepted both faith in Christ
and the ties of community. Paul lauds
their generosity as he begs the Corinthians for a similar display of
charity.
We are also reminded to help the poor in need. With Internet opportunities to give are almost
endless. We can donate to local soup
kitchens and human rights organizations on the other side of the world. What is important is that we give generously
for others as Christ gave for us.
