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Wisdom for the day – Saint John Chrysostom

September 27, 2014

The bee is more honored than other animals,
not because she labors,
but because she labors for others.

Saint John Chrysostom

As the scriptures say: It is more blessed to give than receive.

Those who follow this advice find that when they do anything for another person, whether giving a kind word or a bowl of soup, their own spirits are lifted.

There is a distinct blessing when we give to another.

It is a healing salve many times for our malaise and sour attitudes.

Time is so short……I encourage you to make good use of every minute of every day and be a giver of grace to each other and every person you encounter.

Father Wayne

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