Today’s Readings – Friday of Week 4 of Ordinary Time - First Reading

Commentary on Hebrews 13:1-8

As we come to the end of the Letter there are the usual pieces of practical advice, each one calling for personal reflection.

The Hebrew Christians are instructed to:


Love each other like brothers and sisters.
This is a central teaching of the New Testament. At the Last Supper Jesus gave his “new” commandment:
...love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”
(John 13:34-35)


If our every word, action and relationship is based on this commandment, we cannot go far wrong. See also Paul’s famous hymn to love in 1 Corinthians chapter 13, and chapters 3 and 4 of 1 John.

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Yesterday’s Readings – Saints Paul Miki and his Companions, Martyrs

Paul Miki, born into a rich family, was the son of a Japanese military leader. He was born at Tounucumada, Japan and educated at the Jesuit college of Anziquiama. He joined the Jesuits in 1580, and became known for his eloquent preaching.

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