Today’s Gospel is not a parable of forgiveness and love but of the truth of faith. He calls us to bear fruit for the Kingdom of God or it shall be taken from us, just like the tenants of the vineyard. In layman’s terms, we have to do His will or risk never knowing the splendor of Heaven. This is really scary to think about. We are called to perfection, though perfection is impossible. Our mission is to serve others and live as best we can. This story is a reminder to never become a lazy Catholic. We have all been there, thinking we don’t have to go to Church or we don’t have to forgive those who have wronged us. This can lead us astray from God and our humanity. Sometimes we need a reminder of what happens when we aren’t vigilant and always living for our fellow humans. This story is one of those reminders. Let this Gospel light a fire in you to do more than you are because our work is never done.
Adults: Are you bearing fruit in the vineyard God has placed you in?
Children: How are you helping the people around you know Jesus?
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