The Gospel Reading for today is the familiar passage in St. Matthew's chapter 5 about salt for the earth and light for the world. Jesus tell us that WE are the salt, and We are the light; our very presence adds flavor and insight into how God is present with us and what he expects of us. Most of the time, it's something as simple as sitting around in conversation, or, as happened on the way into Mass this morning, answering questions of praying for a woman just diagnosed with cancer. It's a smile, a handshake, an enthusiastic response to a game victory, or the achievement of a goal, such as receiving a high school diploma, a medical degree, or a PhD. Or simply thanking someone for listening. Without our particular and unique addition to the mix of ordinary life, it can be flat and dull. This is not a valid reflection of the wondrous Creator who gave us salt and light in the first place. Let us do him a favor by not letting the salt become so diluted that it loses its flavor, or by capping the light with a bushel basket.
Bro. Rene
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