Today's selection from the Acts of the Apostles describes a tight-knit community of believers who were "of one heart and mind and no one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they had everything in common." (Acts 4:32) There were no needy persons among them for people would sell their houses and give the proceeds to the Apostles to help those who had less. This certainly was an admirable and ideal period in the development of the Church and is the inspiration for communities today, especially communities of those committed to the consecrated life. The Church continually calls on its members to share what they can to help when disasters strike or annual collections are made to support work in poorer areas that cannot stand on their own.
In process right now, a large group of Rwandans, who twenty-five years ago, were devastated by the effects of the Genocide on their families and country, now, having received scholarships to study in the USA and through hard work, courage, determination and love for God and one another, are now coming together to establish a Foundation which will help other Rwandans complete their educations and thus have the opportunity to live a prosperous and productive life. These generous people realize that all they have has been GIFT and now it's time to GIFT others. It is something right out of Acts 4:32-37 and stands as an example to all who think the ideal is not possible to live. Thank you, kind and thoughtful people, for your courage, determination and witness.
Bro Rene
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