The Commemoration of Saint Frances of Rome

Today's readings explore how God's healing and grace often come through unexpected messengers and reach beyond familiar boundaries. We hear of a foreign commander who finds healing through a simple act of faith, while Jesus reminds his listeners that God's prophets frequently served outsiders rather than their own people. Listen for how both stories challenge assumptions about who receives God's favor and through whom it flows. Today's Readings: • First Reading: 2 Kings 5:1-15ab • Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 42:2, 3; 43:3, 4 • Gospel: Luke 4:24-30