Monday of the First Week of Lent February 14, 2005 Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2,11-18; Matthew 25:31-46 Reflection: How do we of the twenty-first century listen to the Word of God? How do we live this word today? The first reading is somehow the script that is used to enable the Son of Man to separate the sheep from the goats. There is little doubt as to who provides the material for the judgment. It is each of us. As we live each day, we write the script for the judgment day. It seems especially to be drawn up according to the love with which we live each minute. It seems to be drawn from the depths of our beings. What motivates us to what we do? What got you up and started you on your journey today? What will keep you in shape today? What causes you to do good and bring about good wherever you go? For us it is the mission of Jesus and love of God which calls us to love everyone. Only the firm stance of a lover enables us to do so. Dorothy Day tells us: “God’s love should be infused into every thought, word and deed.” John of the Cross says: “Love is the measure by which we shall be judged.” What better way can we bring about reconciliation in our world?! Suggested Action: On this day, the feast of love, the feast of St. Valentine, be aware of all you do. Bring love to every thought, word and deed. Sr. Beatrice Caulson, IHM Gainesville, Florida