Reflect:
The Gospel reading for Corpus Christi reminds us that we are dependant not only on physical food, but also on Spiritual food to keep us nourished. We receive this by receiving the Body and Blood of Christ in the Holy Eucharist.
Act:
Jesus gives Himself to us as food for the journey, strength when we’re weak, mercy when we struggle, and hope when we grow tired. It is by receiving these gifts in the Eucharist that we are enabled to share with others in the same way. This week take time to share with someone who needs food, be it physical or spiritual.
Pray:
Bread for the world:
a world of hunger.
Wine for all peoples:
people who thirst.
May we who eat
be bread for others.
May we who drink
pour out our love.
(Bernadette Farrell)
Challenge
In the spirit of Laudato Si:
- Save water, whatever the weather! Don't use a power washer, get a water butt, use a watering can, don't water the lawn - it soon recovers from drought conditions. Think of other ways you can save water in the home.....
- There has been a lot in the news lately about the effect of mass tourism in areas throughout the UK. If you visit anywhere be considerate and respectful. Leave no sign that you have been there, taking rubbish away with you.
- Take steps to reduce meat and dairy consumption in an effort to aid a cut in carbon emissions.
- Hedgehog Highways are aimed at facilitating the path of hedgehogs through our gardens on their daily search for food. Can you help?
- May is a chance to take part in 'No Mow May' in which we leave our grass or a portion of our grass unmown for the month. This allows flowers to grow, providing food for insects and wildlife.
- The Pope's prayer for May is that all humanity has access to food. How can you facilitate this? Give to a charity, share food with others, shop wisely with care and thought for those in more deprived countries?
- Have a look at your garden - how can you make it more wildlife friendly? Have a look at websites such as the RSPB, the RHS and Wildlife Trusts for ideas.
- Share something of what you have with others this week.
- Many are struggling with the cost of living. Can you donate to your local food bank? Collections take place at some of our churches and at many local supermarkets.
- People are struggling in our world today. This week do at least ONE thing to alleviate someone's distress.
- The SVP would like donations of Easter Eggs for the local food banks. Can you help?
- Do we appreciate what we have? Take time this week to give thanks for all that is in your world.
- We are shown the importance of water in a theological sense in today's Gospel. Many people throughout the world suffer from a shortage of water. This week use the water which we have such easy access to wisely and without waste.
- Friday's Family Fast Day gave us a chance to affect the lives of others through our self-denial. Please ensure you give generously to the Family Fast Day collection
- Take the opportunities offered by your Lenten practices to conserve and recycle the things you use.
- As the earth starts to warm up after the winter, sow seeds in trays and keep them in a warm place to germinate.
- Now is a good time to collect rainwater in water butts for use during the drier months.
- The earth is coming back to life as Spring approaches. Take time to seek out, rejoice and give thanks for all that you see.
- In the turmoil that exists in our world today, commit to bringing peace into the world by creating small acts of peace in your own life
- Can you commit to the Big Lent Walk and raise funds for life saving water in areas of the world where such a luxury is scarce.?
- Check your insulation is sufficient during this cold spell ensuring that heat is not wasted.
- Now is the time to recycle!! Don't just throw stuff away, but look at how it may be repurposed, regifted. Find out where cards and trees can be recycled, rather than them becoming part of a land fill site.