Thursday of week 5 in Ordinary Time
First reading Genesis 2:18-25
This passage highlights the family as the fundamental unit of humanity, established by God Himself. Because man is created in the image of Triune God. So, family is created after the image of Triune God. Each member of the family is not a mere coincidence but is willed by God, forming a bond that reflects His divine plan. The words of Adam, “bone from my bones and flesh from my flesh,” express the deep unity and inseparable connection within the family which reflects the mystery of the Holy Trinity. This unity is further emphasized when Scripture states, “a man leaves his father and mother and joins himself to his wife, and they become one body,” underscoring the profound commitment and harmony that define family life. When such unity is present, fear and shame have no place, for love and trust prevail. This truth extends beyond the nuclear family to the Christian community as a whole, where believers are called to live in communion, reflecting the love and unity intended by the Triune God. Let’s reflect: In what ways do I actively foster unity, love, and trust within my own family or in my community or in my parish, and how can I better reflect the intentions of the Triune God for these relationships?
Don Giorgio