Generous and Good

Here is a list of generous men whose good works have not been forgotten. In their descendants there remains a rich inheritance born of them.
Eccl.44:10,11

Generosity and good works leave an indelible mark. Where? On future generations.

Today is the feast of Saint Joachim and Saint Anne, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary of whom tradition says were people of generosity and goodness. We may not know much of them directly as the Bible is silent about them but we can draw much of their character by what we know of their daughter. 

What can people draw of my character from my children and grandchildren? My responsibility is to witness generosity and goodness before my children. These are virtues that are absorbed not forced. 

Holy Spirit, inspire in me generosity and goodness today. Saints Joachim and Anne, please pray for me.