HOMILY FOR SATURDAY OF 2ND WEEK OF EASTER. (1)

HOMILY FOR SATURDAY OF 2ND WEEK OF EASTER.

THEME: CHALLENGE OF DISTRIBUTION.

BY: FR. GERALD M. MUSA.

There is joy in sharing. The early Christians lived a common life where funds and food were shared equitably. Over time, there was a division between Hebrews and Hellenists. The Greek speaking Jews (Hellenists) complained that their widows were neglected in the distribution of food. In other words, partiality, discrimination, dissatisfaction, and dissension were beginning to break the formidable wall of a community that was united in heart and soul.

There was a need to change the method of administration and management of goods and food by cultivating a culture of distributive justice. The Apostles listened attentively to the complaints of the Hellenists and put practical measures in place to address the problem. They tackled the issue by appointing deacons and ensuring the division of labour between those dedicated to preaching the gospel and those committed to serving at the table.

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They chose reputalble and just men who could take care of distribution with a sense of fairness, equality, equity, and transparency. The distribution of food and funds is the source of many crises and wars in the world today. One major challenge in Africa is the distribution of resources which is closely connected with resource management, resource control, as well as inequitable distribution of power and resources. How fair, transparent, responsible, and just are we in or churches and organisations?
ACTS OF THE APOSTLES 6:1-7; JOHN 6:16-21;

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