Today's Gospel Passage, (Mt 18: 15-26) presents the power of community in helping one another to deal with and overcome faults. One on one is the first step in helping to correct another's behavior, then a "group assault" if this gentle approach doesn't work, then finally, expulsion from the community if this also fails.
Praying together is another powerful tool we have at our disposal. Over time, God hears our prayers and grants them an answer that satisfies. In all that we do, admonishing, or praying, the gentle, consistent touch seems to work best. We too benefit, as we gradually learn patience and integration of our wishes with the plan of God. We all benefit from the power of prayer offered in community, something we are lacking but see a great need for in these challenging Corona Virus times.
Bro. Rene
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