The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 146: The Universal Church (2022)
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May 26, 2022 AI Snips
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Gratitude and Stewardship of Creation
- Psalm 65 praises God's creation as abundant and life-giving, inspiring gratitude for earth’s bounty.
- We are called to be wise stewards who honor and sustain creation for future generations.
Solomon's Regional Leadership Model
- Solomon unites Israel by delegating leadership to 12 officers overseeing regions, transcending tribal divisions.
- This regional system fosters unity beyond tribal parochialism and reflects a universal kingdom identity.
Embrace Universal Church Unity
- Recognize that belonging to one local church doesn’t exclude participation in the universal Church.
- Attend different parishes to embrace the unity of the universal Church and avoid territorial mindsets.