St Aloysius & The Sacred Heart Parish

Living God’s Way Today

The readings for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A helpus think about our choices. God gives us the freedom to choose between good and evil. He doesn’t force us. But He wants us to choose life. His commandments are there to guide us, not to burden us.

In the Gospel, Jesus says He didn’t come to get rid of thelaw. He came to bring it to its fullest meaning. He wants more than just the
outside actions. He calls us to go deeper—to be honest, to be pure, to let go
of anger, and to speak with truth.
In the second reading Saint Paul reminds us that God hasgood things planned for those who love Him. These blessings are not always easy to see. But the Holy Spirit helps us understand them. God’s wisdom is not like the world’s. It leads to real joy and peace.

God gives moral law to help people know what is right andwrong. It is not just a set of rules but a guide for living with love and truth. By following moral law, people grow closer to God and avoid actions that harm themselves or others. Jesus teaches that obedience to God is not only about actions but also about what is in the heart.

The 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A reminds us that God’slaw is meant to lead to true happiness. The readings show that making good choices brings life, while bad choices lead us away from God. Jesus calls people to go beyond just following rules and to live with honesty, kindness, and self-control. Understanding moral law helps people make better choices and live as true followers of Christ.

17th February Seven Holy Founders of the Servants of Mary
The Seven Holy Founders were a group of men from Florence,Italy. They lived in the 1200s. They were all laymen at first, not priests or monks. They were successful in business and lived comfortable lives. But they felt called to leave everything and follow Jesus. The Seven Founders left their homes and wealth to live asimple life. They wanted to serve God together. They moved to a quiet place outside the city called Monte Senario. There, they prayed, did penance, and grew closer to God. Others came to join them, and their way of life became a new religious order.

The Church honours them together as saints. This is unusual.Most saints are honoured one at a time. But the Church saw their unity and shared purpose. They lived and worked as brothers. Their bond and a shared mission were strong.

18th February Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent, a significantperiod of preparation for Easter in the the Church. It is a solemn day that sets the tone for repentance and spiritual reflection. As we begin the season of Lent this Ash Wednesday, the symbolism of ashes invites us to reflect on our own mortality and the need for repentance. It reminds us that our time on earth is limited and that we must use it wisely to grow in holiness and draw closer to God. Let us embrace this symbol as a call to turn away from sin and embrace a life of conversion and renewal. Through the symbolism of ashes, we are reminded of the importance of repentance and the opportunity for spiritual growth during the Lenten season.

21st February Saint Peter Damian

Saint Peter Damian was a monk, writer, and Church leader. He lived in Italy in the 11th century. He was also known as Peter Damiani. He gave his whole life to God. He prayed a lot, wrote many letters and books, and helped fix problems in the Church.

He was born into a poor family. His parents died when he was young. His older brother treated him badly and made him work hard. Later, another brother helped him go to school. Peter was very smart and loved to learn. But he gave up his good job and nice life to live as a hermit.

He lived a simple life in the mountains. He joined a group of monks who prayed, fasted, and stayed away from the world. He helped lead them and taught others to live holy lives. Many people listened to him because he was wise and holy. Later, the pope asked him to help lead the Church. Peterbecame a cardinal and bishop. He did not want these high roles, but he obeyed. He helped the pope by solving problems between Church leaders. He always wanted to go back to his quiet life. Peter Damian wrote many letters, sermons, and books. He warned people about sin. He told priests and monks to live good lives. He believed the Church needed to be holy. He spoke with courage and loved the truth. He died in the year 1072.