Is your faith a "job" or a joy? In this moving reflection, Fr. Scott shares a conversation with two brother priests who, due to health reasons, can no longer celebrate Mass. Their sadness sheds light on the true meaning of vocation.
Celebrating the Memorial of St. Francis Xavier, Fr. Scott reflects on St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians ("Woe to me if I do not preach"). While Paul calls himself a "slave to God," he emphasizes that the true reward comes from preaching willingly and freely, not just out of obligation, and offers the example of Fr. Francis Xavier Clooney, SJ, as a model of a scholar and priest who serves out of pure love.
[Scripture Reference]
📖 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Timeline / Chapters
00:00 - Intro: Memorial of St. Francis Xavier
00:14 - Reading: St. Paul’s Obligation (1 Corinthians)
00:38 - The Difference Between Duty and Free Will
01:30 - A Poignant Chat with Retired Priests
02:10 - Question: Do We Serve with Joy?
02:35 - Honoring Fr. Francis Xavier Clooney, SJ
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