Memorial of Sts. Cornelius, Pope, and Cyprian, Bishop, Martyrs
Sometimes divisions exist in places where unity is expected.
Only a few years after Jesus’ death, St. Paul had to address the Church in Corinth, which exhibited differences in how members worshipped and how they were treated. Two hundred years later, Saints Cornelius and Cyprian were martyred, ironically, for encouraging those persons who had separated from the Church to seek forgiveness and return to full communion. And despite an additional eighteen centuries, divisions in the Church are still apparent.
St. Paul told the Corinthians that they were still getting milk because they were not ready for solid food. It’s quite possible that no one, on this side of the grave, will ever be fully ready for solid food. However, it is possible, and encouraged, to seek forgiveness and to pray for God’s grace.
Reflection by Br. Jacob Kubajak, OSB
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