Fr. Larry Richards is the founder and president of The Reason for our Hope Foundation, a non- profit organization dedicated to ”spreading the Good News” by educating others about Jesus Christ. His new homilies are posted each week.
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Fear and Love
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There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. — 1 John 4:18 Elen, a single mother of three, lives in our shelter for women and children. Tiny but with a tough veneer, she survives through her own means. Her children, with their big brown curls and bright eyes, bring warmth to our community. Her youngest child finds comfort in the arms of a young woman without children in the church pews, and her son sits with our family during church services. Elen often stands apart, her demeanor distant. One day, during a prayer circle before lunch, something changed. As we shared our goals for the New Year, Elen’s voice broke in, her lip trembling, “People think I’m really angry, but I’m really just scared.” Her fears have to do with finding permanent, safe housing; her children’s father; worry that her children could be taken away; and the chaos she faces daily. In this moment of vulnerability, Elen took a step toward trust and connection. As 1 John 4:18 reminds us, “Perfect love drives out fear.” By being in a safe environment and allowing herself to be vulnerable, Elen began to build deeper bonds and trust with the people around her. In shared suffering and openness, we form a family of support and compassion, reflecting the unconditional love of Christ. May we all embrace our vulnerabilities to foster true, loving connections within our community. Lord, drive out our fears with your perfect love, building a family of support and care that reflects your grace. Amen.
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There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. — 1 John 4:18 Elen, a single mother of three, lives in our shelter for women and children. Tiny but with a tough veneer, she survives through her own means. Her children, with their big brown curls and bright eyes, bring warmth to our community. Her youngest child finds comfort in the arms of a young woman without children in the church pews, and her son sits with our family during church services. Elen often stands apart, her demeanor distant. One day, during a prayer circle before lunch, something changed. As we shared our goals for the New Year, Elen’s voice broke in, her lip trembling, “People think I’m really angry, but I’m really just scared.” Her fears have to do with finding permanent, safe housing; her children’s father; worry that her children could be taken away; and the chaos she faces daily. In this moment of vulnerability, Elen took a step toward trust and connection. As 1 John 4:18 reminds us, “Perfect love drives out fear.” By being in a safe environment and allowing herself to be vulnerable, Elen began to build deeper bonds and trust with the people around her. In shared suffering and openness, we form a family of support and compassion, reflecting the unconditional love of Christ. May we all embrace our vulnerabilities to foster true, loving connections within our community. Lord, drive out our fears with your perfect love, building a family of support and care that reflects your grace. Amen.
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