Monday February 6th
St. Paul Miki, priest & companions
Galatians 2:19-20.Matthew .28:16-28

How truly was it said, "The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church". Many in the world today in many countries rejoice in faith and hope and love in Father, Son and Holy Spirit because of faithfulness even unto death.

As I died for you, beloved of the Father, so do I constantly call you to die to self that I may live increasingly in you, bring joy and fruitfulness into your life and reach out to others in the Father's world. So will the Father's will and loving purpose be fulfilled in you as it was in My beloved followers down the years.

Be faithful to the word in the power of Our saving, sanctifying love: may the Father's love be seen in you through My indwelling that My risen life be purposeful for others.