Today's Memorial of the Passion of Saint John the Baptist, formerly The Beheading of St. John the Baptist, recalls not only his death as the result of a seductive dancer and a weak king, but the universal truth that darkness, suffering and injustice are part of life of a prophet, witness, and disciple of Christ. A look at our history, and our world of today, reveals this pattern over and over again, almost to the point of discouragement. Yet, the promised Dayspring from on High has come, the Morning Star has risen and gives hope and comfort as we sweat and bear the heat of one who tries to remain faithful. Examples like John and other saints, the example of Jesus himself, bring light to us. The lesson of hope comes to us today even from the darkness and ambiguity of the dungeon. Let not the Salomes nor the Herods destroy our faith, but let the example of John strengthen it.
Bro .Rene
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