Brothers, select from among you seven reputable men, filled with the Spirit and wisdom, whom we shall appoint to this task, whereas we shall devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word."
The proposal was acceptable to the whole community, so they chose Stephen, a man filled with faith and the holy Spirit, also Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicholas of Antioch, a convert to Judaism. (Acts 6:3-5 NABRE)
Stephen was chosen by the whole community because he was known for his wisdom and filled with faith and the holy Spirit.
Along with six others, Stephen was chosen to serve the community based on his unique talents and abilities.
Today, like Stephen, I will make my time, talent, and treasure available to the community of Jesus' disciples living today.
Saint Mary Cleophas, who stood with Mary at the foot of the cross, pray for us.
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