Reflection for Upcoming Lent 2025

WHAT DOES THE PARABLE ABOUT THE SHEEP AND GOATS SAY ABOUT WHERE YOU SPEND ETERNITY?

GOOD WORKS – DOES THAT REALLY MATTER?

Good Works, we hear about it all of the time.  What did Jesus really mean by that?  How does it relate to our salvation? 

For some insight, take some time to read the scripture passages provided that have a message about Good Works.  There are some videos as well to help with understanding.

Lent is a perfect time to review your faith journey and how Good Works fit into what Jesus has asked of us as his disciples.

The Volunteer Fair on March 8 and 9 is available to learn about volunteer opportunities that are a good fit for your time and talent for your season of life. 

“Be the Hands and Feet of Christ.”    

Resources:

The parable about the sheep and the goats (Matthew 25:31-45) is useful in reflection on what we, as Catholics, believe about Good Works.

 Watch Fr. Mike Schmitz's video on Faith vs. Works: 

 Other scripture and video resources about Good Works:

  • James 2:26 For just as a body without a spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead.

  • Hebrews 13:15-17, 20-21 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/hebrews/13 and supporting video from St. Augustine Institute (Formed): Formed Video for Hebrews 13:15-17,20-21

  • 1 Peter 4:9-10 Be hospitable to one another without complaining As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace.

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