Saturday of week 7 in Ordinary Time
Saturday memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary
First Saturday – let us entrust ourselves to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
First reading – Ecclesiasticus 17:1-13
The first reading from Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 17:1-13 beautifully reflects on God’s immense love in creating humanity. It portrays how He formed us from the earth, giving us not only physical life but also the ability to reason, discern, and seek Him. Unlike other creatures, humans were endowed with intellect, free will, and a moral sense, allowing them to recognize the grandeur of creation and their place within it. God did not create humanity out of necessity but out of love, imprinting His own image upon each person and inviting them into a relationship with Him. Furthermore, He bestowed upon us wisdom and laws as guiding lights, ensuring that we could walk in righteousness and live with dignity. This passage reminds us that human life is not an accident but a deliberate act of divine love, calling us to acknowledge and respond to God’s generosity with gratitude and faithfulness. Let’s reflect: How do I recognize and respond to God’s love in my daily life, knowing that He created me with purpose, wisdom, and the ability to seek Him?
Don Giorgio