The Memorial of the extaordinary man, St. Vincent de Paul, brings to mind the cry and needs of the poor. Yes, they are always with us, and St. Vincent's efforts to respond to these cries and needs continue through the efforts of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, which has members in every Catholic parish. Yet, the obligation to help the poor is one that applies to all Christians. We might not be actual members of the Society, but looking through our closets and possessions, we certainly have more than we need and can help the Society by donating from our surplus.
The life of St. Vincent also reminds us of the need to be "poor in spirit", that is to have a certain indifference to our own ideas, plans, and dreams, leaving all in the hands of God. It encompasses a "detachment" from things and distinguishes between needs and wants. It frees us in our prayer to have the willing and receptive attitude of Mary and Jesus..."Be it done unto me according to your will"..."Not my will, but yours be done." If we cannot pray this way, we are poor indeed.
Lord, we are all poor in one way or another. Hear and answer our cry."
Bro. Rene
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