Preparing for next week
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Preparing for next week’s gospel:
Mark 9:30-37 The Son of Man will be delivered.
If anyone wants to be first, he must make himself servant of all.
In the eyes of the world, those who devote themselves to helping others are frequently used as doormats or stepping stones by others who seek power, privilege and position.
Sadly, the Church established by Jesus is not immune to this scourge and its toxic effect on the lives of its faithful followers.
- How have you experienced "power abuse" in the Church and how can it be remedied?
- What evidence do you see in the world around you
that many do not accept Jesus' teaching on power and ambition?