In the first reading, the Prophet Amos warns those who trample upon the needy that the Lord will not forget the way they have treated the poor. In the second reading, Saint Paul advises Timothy to pray for everyone, including kings and all those in authority. In the Gospel, Jesus uses the parable of the dishonest manager to teach his disciples about trustworthiness in our service of God’s kingdom. We cannot serve two masters. Our relationship with God requires a commitment to a higher calling by remaining true to him and treating others with honesty, generosity, and justice.

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