Saint Clare, Virgin
Monday of week 19 in Ordinary Time
First reading Deuteronomy 10:12-22
Today’s passage distills the heart of covenant theology into a simple yet all-encompassing call: to fear the Lord, walk in His ways, love Him, serve Him with our whole being, and keep His commandments. This is not a burdensome demand but a path toward our ultimate good, for to give ourselves entirely to God is to enter into the fullness of life He created us for. This text reveals that obedience and love are inseparable, God’s law is not a set of arbitrary rules but an expression of His nature, drawing us into deeper communion with Him. Saint Clare embodied this truth through her radical poverty, making room in her heart for God alone. By stripping away attachments and distractions, she allowed divine love to fill every corner of her soul, living out the total self-gift Deuteronomy describes. To follow her example is to see that when God holds the primary place in our hearts, all else falls into proper order, and our lives become a living reflection of His goodness. Let’s reflect: Have I made enough space in my heart for God alone, allowing love and obedience to Him to shape every aspect of my life?
Don Giorgio