Mark 1: 21-25

Let us all remember that we are in the Holy presence of God.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Mark 1: 21-25
Jesus came to Capernaum with his followers, and on the Sabbath he entered the synagogue and taught. The people
were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority and not as the scribes. In their synagogue
was a man with an unclean spirit; he cried out, “What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to
destroy us? I know who you are–the Holy One of God!” Jesus rebuked him and said, “Quiet! Come out of him!”

Reflection
The gospel depicts Jesus’ enemy, the ‘unclean spirit,’ who clearly recognizes Him as the Holy One who overcomes
what is contrary to God. Jesus is in agony until the end of the world, standing with us against all forms of addiction,
exploitation, violence and abuse. This tells us that we can shelter behind Him, and not become disheartened when evil seems to be triumphant. How do we face challenges against violence and abuse in our community?

Lasallian Guiding Principle
LGP states that, “…the communion in mission is a spirit that allows one to trust one another…” As individuals, we must learn how to go along fulfilling our mission as humans. To choose to work and do things in communion with others, respect and help proclaim each one’s endowment, because our actions are designed to complement each other. As Lasallians, doing all things in uplifting the virtues of Christ and St. John Baptist De La Salle make every action valid, sincere, and authentic. Through this, we will not only get to fulfill our mission, but we can also foster communion and solidarity.

Prayer for the Year of Ecumenism, Inter-Religious Dialogue and Indigenous Peoples
Almighty, Ever-living God, the most Merciful and Compassionate,
we thank You for Creation and the life You have given us.
Together, we people of diverse religions, spiritual expressions and indigenous traditions
who invoke You by different names,
humbly pray that You give us the opportunity
to encounter each other through Dialogue,
to reach mutual respect and reciprocal acceptance of each other,
and to break down the walls of division that stand
at the center of most misunderstandings and conflicts.
Make us instruments of Your Light, Love and Peace.
Guide us to walk always in Your Path and be a
Show us the way to Harmony and Unity to reach the fullness of human fraternity.
Give us the wisdom to discern the Truth and to freely choose what is right and just
to make this world a better place to live in.
Together, we ask You for the wisdom and the courage to fulfil Your Will that all may be ONE.
We make this prayer through the intercession of Mary
Queen and Mother of the Christian Schools, and through
The intercession of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, patron of teachers. Amen.
Our Lady of the Star, pray for us.
St. John Baptist de La salle, pray for us.
St. Miguel Febres Cordero, pray for us.
Live Jesus in our hearts, forever!
In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Value: Communion in Mission (Nurturing Mission)
Culture Theme: We work harmoniously with others.
Productivity Theme: Teamwork
ICV Week 3: We respect and affirm the contribution of others to the fulfillment of the mission.
Sources:
Gospel from https://dailygospel.org/AM/gospel
Guiding Principles of the Philippine Lasallian Family
DLRAP Themes from DLSMHSI Lasallian Values and Culture – Productivity Manifestations –
Who is a Lasallian?

Prepared: Gonzales, Bianca Rocel C. of SLP 1-1 through the DLSMHSI Lasallian Mission and Linkages, Lasallian Formation and Social Action.

Our Daily Lasallian Reflection and Prayer is DLSMHSI gift to the Lasallian family for the 2019 Celebration of the Year of Vocation and Tercentenary celebration of the death of our founder SJBDLS.