My dear friends in Christ,<\/p>\n
As we move into October, a month that has traditionally been a powerful period of reflection and mobilization for our Church\u2019s missionary efforts, I write on behalf of the missionary men and women spreading the Gospel in 1,150 mission territories, to humbly and boldly seek your support.<\/p>\n
This October presents us with another profound opportunity to renew our commitment to the Great Commission. World Mission Sunday serves as a call to mobilize faith, resources and action in introducing the Gospel to our brothers and sisters living in the further reaches of our world.<\/p>\n
Pope Francis has chosen as this year\u2019s theme: \u201cGo and invite everyone to the banquet,\u201d inspired by the parable of the wedding banquet in Matthew 22:9. This theme calls us to reach out and welcome all to the feast of God\u2019s love, echoing the inclusivity and urgency of the king\u2019s invitation. We are to reflect this divine hospitality, bringing joy, compassion and hope to everyone we encounter.<\/p>\n
Friends, the invitation to the banquet is more than just a call: it is transformative journey of embracing and sharing God\u2019s love. Through our shared efforts and God\u2019s unceasing grace, may our hearts remain open to His call, and may our actions reflect His boundless love!<\/p>\n
Peace and prayers,<\/p>\n
+Most Reverend Louis Tylka, Bishop of Peoria<\/p>\n
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