Catholic Identity
Jake Wilkinson, Leader of Religious Education & Catholic Identity
Important Dates
- Shrove Tuesday 17th February
- Ash Wednesday 18th February
More information will be shared on the newsletter and on Social media about ways to engage in Lent this season.
Gospel of Matthew 5:13–16
Jesus said “You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt has lost its flavour, how will it be salted? It is then good for nothing, but to be thrown out and trampled under people’s feet.
You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill can’t be hidden. Neither do you light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand; and it shines to all who are in the house.
Even so, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.”
Summary
In this Gospel, Jesus tells people that they matter and that they have an important role in the world.
Jesus uses two simple examples:
- Salt makes food better and stops it from going bad.
- Light helps people see in the dark.
Jesus is saying that his followers should make the world better by the way they live. When people are kind, fair, and loving, they show others what God is like. Jesus reminds us not to hide our goodness, but to let it be seen so that others can be helped and encouraged.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for you to be “salt” or “light” in your daily life?
- How can your actions help others see goodness and hope?
Prayer
Loving God,
Thank you for reminding us that we matter and that our choices make a difference.
Help us to be salt in the world, bringing kindness and care to others.
Help us to be light, showing love through our actions.
May what we do help others see your goodness.
Amen.
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