Online Church: @Our Lady of Africa Church Mbuya today, October 10, 2025

TWENTY-SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR C

Scripture Readings
- First Reading: Habakkuk 1:2-3, 2:2-4 -The prophet Habakkuk cries out to God, lamenting the violence and injustice he sees around him. God responds, instructing Habakkuk to write down the vision and wait for its fulfillment, emphasizing the importance of faith and trust in God's plan.
- Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95 - A call to worship and trust in God, reminding us to listen to His voice and avoid hardening our hearts.
- Second Reading: 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14 - St. Paul encourages Timothy to stir into flame the gift of God within him, to be bold in his faith, and to trust in God's power and love.
- Gospel Reading: Luke 17:5-10 - Jesus teaches the apostles about the importance of faith and service, using the parable of the mustard seed and the example of a servant doing his duty.

Reflection:

-Faith and Trust: The readings emphasize the importance of having faith and trust in God's plan, even when we don't understand or see immediate results.
- Humility and Service: Jesus' teaching on service highlights the need for humility and a willingness to serve others without expecting praise or reward.
- Perseverance and Patience: Habakkuk's experience encourages us to wait patiently for God's promises to unfold, trusting in His goodness and sovereignty.
- Boldness and Courage: St. Paul's letter to Timothy reminds us to be bold and courageous in our faith, trusting in God's power and love to guide and strengthen us.