Memorial of Saint Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church
Often on the news, we’ll hear stories of heroism, men and women who acted courageously and skillfully to save lives and prevent destruction. When these heroes are professionals, they’ll often respond to the praise by saying, “I was just doing my job.”
This attitude of humility is what Jesus asks of us, when he beckons us to say, “We are unprofitable servants; we have done what we were obliged to do.’”
Our daily lives may involve few emergencies that demand displays of courage and skill. But what’s true for the hero even on the quiet days when they’re not being “heroic” is that they are doing things with their hearts. When service comes from the heart, it is felt and appreciated by others.
No matter where life takes us, may we serve, doing things large and small, with our hearts.