Wednesday of the Seventh Week of Easter May 26, 2004 Scripture: Acts 20:28-38; John 17:11B-19 Reflection: “There is more happiness in giving than in receiving.” These words of Paul end his discourse on the need to be watchful over ourselves and the church. He warns against those who distort the truth. He points out the need for hard work and the need to care for the weak. As I count my blessings, it seems that I am more often on the receiving end of life. I have food, shelter, freedom to move about and to worship. Let me search again today’s scripture readings. What is there in these sacred words that will help me to give of myself today? Suggested action: Reread the scripture passages. Find a word or phrase that seems to speak to you. Write it on a slip of paper and put it in your pocket or place it where you will see it often. Find a way today to aid someone who is weak in any manner, keeping your scripture word or phrase uppermost in your mind. Sr. Ann Berendes, IHM Palm Coast, Florida