"It’s surprising that the rich man in Luke 16 knew that the beggar outside his gate was named Lazarus because, as Father Abraham implies in the parable, the rich man gave the poor man little during his life.
"Given his lack of concern over Lazarus' material wellbeing, I can imagine that the rich man didn't offer him many 'alms' of kindness either. It would be easier to look away from the awkward scene of poverty when passing through his gate than to greet the beggar with charity. . . .
"Lent may be over but practicing the pillars of almsgiving, as well as praying and fasting, doesn’t end on Easter Sunday."
In a recent commentary, writer Susan Klemond reflected on the importance of giving alms of kindness throughout the year.
To access Ms. Klemond's complete essay, please visit:
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Catholic Register: Blogs: Susan Klemond: Give Alms of Kindness All Year Round (23APR 23)
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