Gospel Luke 11:1-4 How to pray Once Jesus was in a certain place praying, and when he had finished, one of his disciples said, ‘Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.’     He said to them, ‘Say this when you pray: ‘“Father, may your name be held holy, your kingdom come; give us each day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive each one who is in debt to us. And do not put us to the test.”’  Reflection The disciples’ request captures a universal longing: how do we truly connect with the Divine? Jesus responds not with a complex ritual, but with a blueprint for intimacy. By calling God “Father,” we enter a space of total trust. This prayer reminds us that our daily needs—both physical sustenance and spiritual mercy—are met through God’s grace. As we seek His Kingdom, we are challenged to mirror His heart by forgiving others, finding peace in His guidance and protection.   Question for Reflection Which petit...

Gospel Luke 10:38-42 Martha works; Mary listens Jesus came to a village, and a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. She had a sister called Mary, who sat down at the Lord’s feet and listened to him speaking. Now Martha who was distracted with all the serving said, ‘Lord, do you not care that my sister is leaving me to do the serving all by myself? Please tell her to help me.’ But the Lord answered: ‘Martha, Martha,’ he said ‘you worry and fret about so many things, and yet few are needed, indeed only one. It is Mary who has chosen the better part; it is not to be taken from her.’ This Gospel reminds us of the importance of choosing what truly matters—spending time with Jesus and listening to His word—over being overly absorbed by busyness and worries. While service is valuable, it should not distract us from nurturing our relationship with God. Reflection question: In my daily life, how do I balance active service with quiet moments of prayer and listening to God...