Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

The words of Jesus in today's Gospel tell us what matters most in life. Yet I find myself asking, is it really possible to live with an undivided heart, soul, and mind? These aspects of our being are at times so distracted or divided, and when it comes to loving my neighbor that can be a challenge.

As we approach All Saint's Day on Wednesday, the Church reminds us that this is possible. We celebrate and recognize that no person was a self-made saint. Each was transformed by the patient love and rich mercy of God. The ability on our part to receive His grace and be completely transformed.

Bishop Robert Barron describes that the lives of the saints show us, "that if we truly love God, then we will love everyone God loves, even those who are, for us, rather unlovable. If we haven't fallen in love with God, we will probably find a lot of people not to our liking. But if we do love God with all our heart, mind, and soul, we will love those whom he loves - which means everyone."

Anthony Quinn