Let us pray together
Grant, O Lord, that we may flourish by your river of hospitality. May we grow like the palm tree, which bears fruit. May our life be full of blossoms like almond trees in spring. And may it be fruitful, like the wheat field made golden harvest, in the field of hospitality.
For reflection
“Praise be to God who deigns to make use of us to do some good to so many unfortunate people! From where have we deserved the grace that the Lord deigns to employ us in his service and in relief of his living images?”
Saint Benedict Menni
Hospitality in action
Putting yourself in the person’s place in order to understand their needs and feelings.
Concluding prayer
Saint Benedict, Samaritan of God, in the sick and poor brother. Saint Benedict, Hospitaller of God, you become the brother of all. Saint Benedict, your faith reveals the face of God in the brother you care for. Pray for us who are, for you, the face of God. Amen.