Reflection 

Family life teaches us many things. It is often at home that we learn practical skills such as cooking, riding a bike, and making repairs. We also learn about caring at home. Love is the most important thing a family can share with one another. 

In this week’s Sunday Gospel reading, Jesus tried to teach his disciples how to love others beyond those who are closest to them. Jesus tells them to love even their enemies. Members of God’s family are called to do the same thing. 

You may like to spend some time reminding your children that Jesus does not expect them to be perfect. Jesus knows that they are human and will not always do everything correctly. If we reach out in love to others, we are doing exactly what Jesus did and what we should aspire to do.