Today is the optional memorial of St. Joseph the Worker, established by Pope Pius XII to counter the May Day celebration in the USSR as well as to honor all workers. Looking at St. Joseph, reminds us that the ability to work is a gift from God and can be made holy as we use our skills and talents to support our families and build a strong, healthy and just society on the two great commandments, Love of God and Love of Neighbor. With that commandment in mind, no work is too menial, nor so important that it overtakes our relationships with one another and with God. Balance is needed to retain a healthy perspective so that our personal lives and relationships don't suffer, nor do :"idols" emerge to divert us from the true purpose of our existence. God worked for six days, and on the seventh, rested, and told us to do the same. Surely, Joseph kept the commandment and kept the Holy Family in tune with God. May his example and prayers help us do the same.
Bro. Rene
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