Jesus recognized grief and acted as only he could when he came into the village of Nain and saw the funeral procession for the only son of a widow. (Lk 7: 11-17). More than just listen with compassion, he, with deep compassion, raised the young man to life and gave him back to his mother. With the same compassion, wouldn't we like to perform such an act of mercy? Even to healing sick children, or re-directing wayward sons and daughters back to their family roots. What joy this would bring to the sorrowing.
We have our presence, our prayers, our compassionate ears, a comforting touch or hug, our faith; these we can share and bring some comfort.
Such is the case in the recent death of a Central Catholic alumnus whose father was killed years ago in a fatal automobile accident. We can't bring them back, but knowing the prayers of our Marist World and the Daily Bread Readers can give them strength to carry on. Lord, show your love and compassion to the Naraganes family and heal their grief.
Bro. Rene
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