Then, taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he said the blessing, broke the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before the people; he also divided the two fish among them all. They all ate and were satisfied.
(Mark 6:41-42)
God’s compassion recognizes our need for guidance and sustenance. He reveals to us the importance of empathy and caring for others. Despite our doubts, fears, and shortcomings, the Lord provides us with much more than what we need. At a time we least expect, miracles happen. We just need to trust the Lord at all times.
God can provide abundantly, even when resources seem scarce. We should always have faith in God's plans, even when they seem impossible. Let us be grateful for what we have, no matter how little it may seem and be generous to share them with others.
With five loaves and two fish in hand,
He looked to heaven, blessed the land.
He broke the bread, a humble start,
And shared with love from heart to heart.
The loaves were passed, the fish divided,
Among the crowd, all needs provided.
They ate their fill, each soul content,
A miracle of nourishment.
In simple acts, great wonders lie,
With faith and love, we multiply.
For in His hands, the smallest share,
Becomes a feast beyond compare.
Lord Jesus,
With humble hearts, we come before You, remembering the miracle of the loaves and fish. You blessed the simple offering, and it became a feast for many.
We ask for Your blessing upon our lives, that we may share Your love and grace, multiplying the good we do, to nourish the hearts and souls of those around us. May we always trust in Your providence, knowing that in Your hands, even the smallest gift can become a great blessing.
Thank You, Lord, for Your endless love and care.
Amen.
Pericope:
II: The Mystery of Jesus
THE FEEDING OF THE FIVE THOUSAND
Mark 6:34-44
Gospel Acclamation
The Lord has sent me to bring glad tidings to the poor and to proclaim liberty to captives.
Gospel | Mark 6:34-44
34 When Jesus saw the vast crowd, his heart was moved with pity for them, for they were like sheep without a shepherd; and he began to teach them many things. 35 By now it was already late and his disciples approached him and said, “This is a deserted place and it is already very late. 36 Dismiss them so that they can go to the surrounding farms and villages and buy themselves something to eat.” 37 He said to them in reply, “Give them some food yourselves.” But they said to him, “Are we to buy two hundred days’ wages worth of food and give it to them to eat?” 38 He asked them, “How many loaves do you have? Go and see.” And when they had found out they said, “Five loaves and two fish.” 39 So he gave orders to have them sit down in groups on the green grass. 40 The people took their places in rows by hundreds and by fifties. 41 Then, taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he said the blessing, broke the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before the people; he also divided the two fish among them all. 42 They all ate and were satisfied. 43 And they picked up twelve wicker baskets full of fragments and what was left of the fish. 44 Those who ate of the loaves were five thousand men.
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