Mark 2,23-28

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.

Gospel: Mark 2,23-28.
As Jesus was passing through a field of grain on the Sabbath, his disciples began to make a path while picking the heads of grain. At this the Pharisees said to him, “Look, why are they doing what is unlawful on the Sabbath?” He said to them, “Have you never read what David did when he was in need and he and his companions were hungry? How he went into the house of God when Abiathar was high priest and ate the bread of offering that only the priests could lawfully eat, and shared it with his companions?” Then he said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. That is why the Son of Man is lord even of the Sabbath.”

Reflection
In a world full of busyness and electronic communication, we get preoccupied with the daily tasks of our life that we often forget to keep our intimate relationship with God. The Sabbath is meant to be a day of rest and a time for God. This is a moment to give thanks for the gifts we receive and a petition to always keep us from all harms. God is the author of the Sabbath. He wants everyone to see Sabbath as a burden but an opportunity to be closer to God and one another. In the busyness of our life, do we still find time to listen to His words and lend our ears to His teachings?

Lasallian Guiding Principle
LGP states that, “…communion as a way of accomplishing mission suggests the solidarity and collaboration that come from sharing in one vision, one spirit and one mission.” We are not created alone in this world, but with companions for whom we can share and help each other to do what God had commanded us to do. Men should create connection with others as brothers and sisters for it strengthens our relationship with them. This aids us in living the values of faith, service, and communion. In connection to the Gospel for today, our priority is to become His will to each one of us. We must not be selfish in giving our time to Him..

Prayer
Almighty God, shower us with your love and forgive our shortcomings as your Son.  Also, forgive us as we sometimes forget our duty to share the blessings you gave upon us. Make us your instrument to be like David who prioritize the needs of your people. Guide us to the path you meant for us.  This we pray, in the Mighty Name of Jesus Christ. 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 carry out our duties and responsibilities.
Productivity Theme: Zero back-log
ICV Week 3: My work is my pride and responsibility.

Sources:
C. (n.d.). Retrieved December 21, 2018, from https://dailygospel.org/AM/gospel/2018-11-12
Guiding Principles of the Philippine Lasallian Family
DLRAP Themes from DLSMHSI Lasallian Values and Culture – Productivity Manifestations –
Who is a Lasallian?

Prepared by: Sophia Bantingue, Charlaine Concepcion and Shanelle Tolledo 12-Andres 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.