Gospel: Luke 5:12-16
One day, in another town, a man came to Jesus covered with leprosy. On seeing Jesus, the man bowed down to the ground, and said, “Lord, if you want to, you can make me clean.”
Stretching out his hand, Jesus touched the man and said, “Yes, I want to. Be clean.” In an instant, the leprosy left him.
Then Jesus instructed him, “Tell this to no one. But go, and show yourself to the priest. Make an offering for your healing, as Moses prescribed; that will serve as evidence for them.”
But the news about Jesus spread all the more; and large crowds came to him, to listen and to be healed of their sickness. As for Jesus, he would often withdraw to solitary places and pray.
Reflection:
Be present for others.
The most profound pain a leper endures is not the loss of limbs but, rather, loneliness – the isolation and absence of human touch. It is disheartening to observe that many individuals who are not lepers also experience this type of loneliness. They may possess fully functional limbs but have lost the warmth of intimacy found in genuine human relationships. We take the time to be present for others and ensure that our presence is felt through simple gestures of authentic human connection. Gently affirm a friend today with a tap.
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