Today's Catholic Mass Reading and Gospel Reflection - March 10, 2025

Love in Action: Path to Holiness 1st Reading - Lev 19:1-2, 11-18 Gospel - Mt 25:31-46 In the first reading from Leviticus, God calls His people to holiness, reminding them to reflect His character in their daily lives. Holiness is not just about rituals but about how we treat others—with honesty, justice, and love. The command to love our neighbor as ourselves is central to this passage, showing that true devotion to God is inseparable from our relationships with others. This reading challenges us to examine how we live out our faith in our interactions with those around us. In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus speaks about the final judgment, where people are separated based on their acts of love and service. He makes it clear that whatever we do for the least among us—feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, visiting the sick—we do for Him. This passage reveals that love is not just an emotion but a concrete action that has eternal significance. It calls us to recognize Christ in the poor, the suffering, and the marginalized, serving them with compassion. Together, these readings remind us that holiness and love are deeply connected. We cannot claim to love God while neglecting the needs of those around us. Jesus shows us that our faith is measured not just by our prayers, but by our willingness to serve and uplift others. When we love and care for the least among us, we fulfill God’s call to holiness and prepare ourselves for His Kingdom. Today, I will look for ways to serve others with love and compassion, recognizing Christ in those in need. I will examine my heart and ask God to help me live out holiness, not just in words but in action. Whether through kindness, generosity, or acts of service, I will seek to love my neighbor as myself. In every moment, I will remember that true faith is expressed in the way I love and care for others.