Ad Jesum per Mariam13 Nov 2025

No More Excuses: Accepting God’s Invitation to the Eternal Banquet

No More Excuses: Accepting God’s Invitation to the Eternal Banquet In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus tells the parable of the Great Banquet, . . . where invited guests offer excuses . . . work, property, and relationships . . . to avoid attending the feast. Their refusal represents how worldly concerns can distract us from God’s invitation to eternal life. The master then opens his banquet to the poor and outcast, symbolizing God’s inclusive call to all who are willing to respond. The Homily connects this Gospel to St. Paul’s teaching on the Body of Christ: every member has a unique gift meant to serve and build the unity of the Church, not for personal pride or division. When we neglect our role or elevate worldly pursuits . . . success, possessions, or relationships . . . above God, we disrupt both community and communion with Him. We are reminded that at every Mass, we are invited to the Lord’s banquet. The question is whether we will accept His invitation to eternal life or let passing concerns keep us away. The faithful are urged to use their gifts in love, serve one another, and prioritize the eternal over the temporary. Listen to this Meditation Media. Listen to: No More Excuses: Accepting God’s Invitation to the Eternal Banquet ---------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Restored mural painting by the Italian Renaissance Artist Leonardo da Vinci, dated to c. 1495–1498. The painting represents the scene of the Last Supper of Jesus with the Twelve Apostles, as it is told in the Gospel of John. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Gospel Reading: Luke 14: 15-24 First Reading: Romans 12: 5-16

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