Matthew 8:31-34

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.

Matthew 8:31-34
The demons pleaded with him, “If you drive us out, send us into the herd of swine.”
And he said to them, “Go then!” They came out and entered the swine, and the whole herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea where they drowned.
The swineherds ran away, and when they came to the town they reported everything, including what had happened to the demoniacs.
Thereupon the whole town came out to meet Jesus, and when they saw him they begged him to leave their district.

Reflection
“…they begged him to leave…” Jesus did something good for the community. But they wanted him out. Sometimes, this is our response to people who are agents of transformation, those who introduces change. There are so many reasons why we are afraid of change. Some say that it is about fear of the unknown. How about you, why are you afraid of change?

Lasallian Guiding Principle
LGP states that, “Lasallian learners are unique and gifted individuals who express concern and compassion for the plight of the vulnerable and marginalized sectors of society and respond to their needs.” Jesus is very gifted and powerful. He always has especial concern for the poor. Let us use our giftedness, our gifts of time, talents and treasure, to share in the mission of Jesus and St. La Salle.

Prayer Lasallians in the Time of COVID-19
Loving Father,
our Lasallian Family draws near to you
in fervent prayer for all those affected by COVID-19.
In FAITH, we lift up to you our fears and anxieties
and the sufferings of those who have been infected
always remembering that even in our darkest hours
we are in your most holy presence.
In SERVICE, we beg you for strength and wisdom
to do all that needs to be done
knowing that we can be channels of your healing grace
when we do all our actions for the love of you.
In COMMUNION, we stand in solidarity
with all the frontliners who risk their lives for others
and pray for all medical teams and support personnel
who earnestly seek its cure
and provide remedy and comfort
to those who are sick and most vulnerable.
Most loving Father we entrust our lives
and the health and well-being
of our families and communities
to your care and protection
for with you we will be safe and secure. 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: REVERENCE FOR LIFE (Nurturing Life)
Culture Themes: We affirm Human dignity.
Productivity Themes: Unconditional positive regard for the human person
Week 1: We recognize the uniqueness of each person in manners and in words.
C. (n.d.). Daily Gospel. Retrieved June 29, 2020, from https://dailygospel.org/M/AM/DLSU ITS, DLSU STRATCOM,
DLSU IRPA. (n.d.). Guiding Principles of the Philippine Lasallian Family.
Retrieved June 29, 2020, from http://www.dlsu.edu.ph/inside/lasallian-guiding-principles/default.asp

Prepared: Lorenzo Alvin T. Capio, through the DLSMHSI Lasallian Mission, Linkages and Advancement, 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.