Two verses comprise the morning's Gospel, but open a much larger concept. (cf. Lk 8:19-21). Mary and her entourage of close relatives (cousins) cannot fit into the house where Jesus was teaching because of the crowd that had gathered there. By his response to the "problem", Jesus opens to the door for a larger family, including us. "My mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and act on it." (Lk 8:21). By living what we Jesus teaches, we become family with him.
Family is a cherished concept to Marists whose spirituality fosters family spirit and uses the Holy Family as the model for community life. In this passage we see that Jesus and his Word are the center and hub of an active and effective family (community life). With him as the focal point, there will always be room for others.
Bro. Rene
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