13 July • Responsibility to Our Global Neighbors
Today we hear the Parable of the Good Samaritan, in which Jesus challenges his followers to be compassionate towards those in need, because those in need are our neighbors. Today, in our interconnected world, this parable has implications about how Christians should think about International Policy and immigration laws and enforcement.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Introduction by Fr. Charlie Bouchard
00:09 - The Question: Who is my neighbor?
00:16 - Jesus’ Answer: The Parable of the Good Samaritan
00:21 - Childhood Reflections on Neighbors
00:34 - Expanding the Idea of Neighbor
00:53 - Global Awareness and Human Connection
01:10 - The Samaritan as a True Neighbor
01:36 - Applying the Parable Today
01:48 - Neighbors in International Policy
02:13 - Recognizing Shared Human Dignity
02:32 - Practicing Neighborliness Globally and Locally
03:05 - Final Reflection: All Are Children of God