Whenever you go into a town where they make you welcome, eat what is set before you. Cure those in it who are sick, and say, “The kingdom of God is very near to you.
Lk.10:8,9
Jesus is instructing the seventy two before their mission trip. They are to seek out the welcoming places, receive whatever support is offered and repay with healing and the Good News: "The kingdom of God is very near to you".
I recall us billeting two members of a visiting youth ministry team for three weeks. Our young family was mightily blessed. It was a pivotal, faith-building time. There is a blessing that comes with welcoming hospitality. We never know when we could be entertaining angels.
Lord Jesus, give me a welcoming spirit today for all those you send my way.
Saint Philip Neri, please pray for me.
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