A Note From Our Parochial Vicor: October 26, 2025

Have you ever had a scripture passage that seems to follow you throughout life? For me, it has been Jesus’ words to Martha after complaining about her sister not helping her. They are simple, yet challenging from Luke 10:42 “Only one thing is necessary.”

This passage shows up when I forget the one thing necessary, that is, being with Jesus. You and I are invited to sit at the feet of Jesus and learn from Him, even amid our busy lives. This makes sense, but how often do we let our daily anxieties and tasks overshadow quality time with God? How often does He get the leftovers of our week, instead of the best moments?

The Lord knows we are busy-and it is for this reason. He calls us to rest with Him. Even in my busyness as a priest, when I turn to prayer and resting with God in the midst of all the cares and anxieties, things have a way of becoming clearer or figuring themselves out.

Resting with Christ empowers us in our daily tasks, not flee or abandon them. The more we spend with Christ, the better our days and lives are ordered. He is never outdone in generosity and will help us with our daily concerns.

What are some ways to practice being and resting with the Lord Jesus? Some 10-15 minutes of silent prayer, reading a chapter of scripture daily, disconnecting from electronics for a half hour, or other good practices. We have an opportunity to regain the goodness of “The one thing necessary!”

I leave you with this quote from the great St. Padre Pio: “Pray, hope, and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayers.”

God bless,

Fr. Ben Bray