Friday of Week 5 in Ordinary Time
First Reading
1 Kings 11:29–32; 12:19
Solomon’s divided loyalty leads to the kingdom’s division, though God preserves a remnant for David’s sake.
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 80(81):10–15
God calls his people to listen and follow faithfully, promising blessing when hearts remain attentive.
Gospel
Mark 7:31–37
Jesus heals a deaf man with a speech impediment, symbolising openness to God’s word and the restoration that follows.
Reflection
The First Reading highlights how spiritual compromise eventually leads to division. The Catechism notes that sin disrupts communion with God and others (CCC 1849–1850). In contrast, the Gospel presents healing through openness — Jesus restores the man’s capacity to hear and speak. Faith involves receptivity: listening to God’s word and allowing it to shape life (CCC 2653–2654).
Christian discipleship therefore requires attentiveness. When hearts remain open, God’s grace can heal, guide, and restore unity.
One line to carry today
Be open — God still speaks and heals.
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