This morning at Holy Mass, I tucked my little notebook into my pocket and sat with Sister Mary Claire and Mini, who curled up beneath our pew. The Gospel was about the workers in the vineyard, and I wanted to remember everything Father LeRoy said.
He explained that the landowner is God, and the vineyard is heaven. The workers who came early in the day are those who have followed Him their whole lives, and the workers who came at the very end are those who found Him only later. God, in His goodness, gives the same reward—eternal life—to everyone who comes to Him, no matter when.
I wrote down Father’s words: “God’s generosity is greater than our way of measuring what is fair. In heaven, we are not paid by the hour but by His love.” That made me stop and think—sometimes I compare myself to others and feel left out, but God never forgets me. He is as generous to me as He is to the saints.
Sister whispered to me afterward that heaven will be full of surprises. Some who arrive at the last moment will shine with joy just the same as those who have labored all their lives. And I thought of how good it is that God’s heart is so big.
When we walked home, Mini trotted along happily, carrying a leaf in her mouth as if it were a prize. I held my notebook close, thankful I had written down what Father said so I can read it again whenever I forget.
Evening Prayer
Dear Jesus,
Thank You for teaching me that Your love is not small or stingy but wide and generous for everyone. Help me not to be envious but to rejoice when others are blessed. May I always be ready to enter Your vineyard with gladness, whether early or late.
Stay with me tonight and keep Sister, Mini, and me close to You.
Love,
Kathy
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