Outreach has always been a hallmark of the Catholic tradition, from the very earliest days of the Disciples. Beyond preaching though, Jesus and his followers showed the importance of service. Loaves and fishes, healing miracles, washing feet … so many examples of service in the Word. It’s no wonder that service is an important element in Catholic education.
At many Catholic universities today, upwards of 90% of students are directly involved in community service, domestically and abroad. Our churches offer so many ways to bring service to life, and Catholic schools are part of that dynamic. They are places where all students are encouraged to take on the role of giver, of servant … just like Jesus.
There is a quote from Muhammad Ali that I love … “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” I pray that we all recognize that it is service to others that can build our greatest legacy. We may not have riches but every minute and hour and day we spend in service is a gift, because when we lift others, we ourselves are lifted. Praise to Jesus Christ, who served us all with his ultimate sacrifice.
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