CMMB Weekly Reflection
CMMB Weekly Reflection
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CMMB's Weekly Reflection on the Gospel keeps us connected to our mission to serve the poor and heal the sick, and remind us of our commitment to follow the loving example of Jesus. CMMB is an international, faith-based NGO providing long-term, co-operative, medical and development aid to communities affected by poverty and unequal access to healthcare. Learn more: https://cmmb.org/
Our Gratitude
We join you in reflection today with an immense feeling of gratitude. In these final hours of 2023, we look back at some of the moments that moved us—from the promise of health delivered to hope for the future made brighter. Learn more: https://cmmb.org/our-gratitude/ ‎
Dec 31, 2023
2 min
On Christmas Eve
We read from our Gospel on this joyous Christmas Eve in anticipation of Jesus’ birth. Learn more: https://cmmb.org/on-christmas-eve/
Dec 24, 2023
2 min
Rejoice in Anticipation
We join you on this third Sunday of Advent to continue our reflections on John the Baptist and his role in our faith. Read more: https://cmmb.org/rejoice-in-anticipation
Dec 17, 2023
2 min
Celebrating Trust
On this second Sunday of Advent, our Gospel encourages us to continue our reflections on the important theme of preparation. But today, we do so in consideration of John the Baptist’s role in our faith. Read more: https://cmmb.org/celebrating-trust
Dec 10, 2023
2 min
A New Faithful Season Begins
We join you in reflection on this first Sunday of Advent, a season in our faith that invites us to prepare for the birth of Jesus. And our Gospel today encourages us to consider a very fitting theme—preparedness. Read more: https://cmmb.org/a-new-faithful-season-begins/
Dec 3, 2023
2 min
A Reminder for the Season Ahead
Today’s reflection follows the Thanksgiving holiday for many in the United States. It’s fitting in the sense that, in recognizing this day, we joined family and friends in thanks for all that we cherish—and we shared thanks with others. Our Gospel today encourages us to consider what really matters. Read more: cmmb.org/a-reminder-for-the-season-ahead
Nov 26, 2023
1 min
Using Our Gifts with Intention
In many ways, the themes in today’s Gospel are complimentary to last week’s reading. Once again, Jesus speaks to us in parable. He speaks not only of preparedness, but of intention, awareness, and use of the unique gifts we all possess. Read more: https://cmmb.org/using-our-gifts-with-intention/
Nov 19, 2023
2 min
Value in Preparation
In today’s Gospel, Jesus returns to his use of parables to guide his disciples. In the story, he urges his disciples to value preparation. Read more: https://cmmb.org/value-in-preparation/
Nov 11, 2023
2 min
The Virtues of a Leader
In today’s Gospel, Jesus reflects on what makes a strong leader—and what does not. Read more: https://cmmb.org/the-virtues-of-a-leader/
Nov 5, 2023
2 min
A Call For Peace
“Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?” This is the question that begins today’s Gospel. Posed to Jesus in the hopes of tricking him, Jesus is not fooled. In fact, his response is a call that we hold close to our hearts at CMMB—especially today when the world faces so much turmoil and tragedy. Read more:https://cmmb.org/a-call-for-peace/
Oct 29, 2023
2 min
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