September 10, 2023

Mt 18:15-20

Jesus emphasizes the importance of reconciling a community member who has sinned. There are three stages: personal discussion; discussion with witnesses present; involving the local Church community. If none of these achieve the hoped for result, there may be nothing more they can do for their brother.

All too often, I stand in judgment of those who stray, and worse, I invite others to stand with me. Show me the way to reach out, to invite, to forgive.

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