October 26, 2012 
Friday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time
Saint of the day
Saint Rusticus of Narbonne (d.462)
Saint Rusticus was born in Gaul and was the son of Bishop Bonosus. He developed the talent of preaching, and used his gift to share the Good News in Rome before entering monastic life in France. Rusticus was appointed bishop of Narbonne, France, during the spread of the Arian heresy in his diocese. He wanted to resign as bishop, but Pope Leo the Great persuaded him to continue. Rusticus took part in the Council of Ephesus, which denounced the heresy of Nestorianism. He also built the cathedral in Narbonne.
Reflection
Saint Rusticus is an excellent example of how our unique talents, skills, and interests can help us with our ministry. His talent of preaching was used to share the Good News in Rome, and to do good works as bishop of Narbonne. How can you use your special interests and skills in your ministry? Pray for the Lord's help in discerning your vocation, and discovering how you can use your unique talents to aid in your ministry.
Prayer
Holy Spirit, you bless us with gifts and talents to be used for God’s Kingdom. Help me to focus on my own gifts and how I can use them to make God’s Kingdom grow and multiply. (Taken from "Take Ten: Daily Bible Reflections for Teens.")
Liturgical season information
Lectionary: 477
Place in Year: Ordinary Time
Color of decorations and priest's vestments: Green
Daily readings
Reading 1: Ephesians 4:1-6
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6
Gospel: Luke 12:54-59
View complete readings on USCCB.orgMeditations
Meditation for Reading 1
Paul reminds us here to take the high road. He names the virtues he expects to see in the followers of Christ. As you think about humility, gentleness, patience, love, unity, and peace, which of those do you feel you are consciously integrating into your life? Which one do you struggle with most? When is it hardest to be patient and loving? (Taken from “Take Ten – Daily Bible Reflections for Teens”)
