10 Titus and Timothy Things that Caught My Eye Today (Jan. 26, 2015)

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Happy feast of Sts. Timothy and Titus! Timothy was bishop of Ephesus; Titus was bishop of Crete.

— Matt Swaim (@mattswaim) January 26, 2016

2. More here.

3. Today’s Mass readings.

Stained glass of Saint Timothy who, together with St Titus, has his feast day today https://t.co/Ufj32B48B5

— Fr Lawrence Lew OP (@LawrenceOP) January 26, 2015

5. From a homily by Saint John Chrysostom:

Though housed in a narrow prison, Paul dwelt in heaven. He accepted beatings and wounds more readily than others reach out for rewards. Sufferings he loved as much as prizes; indeed he regarded them as his prizes, and therefore called them a grace or gift. Reflect on what this means. To depart and be with Christ was certainly a reward, while remaining in the flesh meant struggle. Yet such was his longing for Christ that he wanted to defer his reward and remain amid the fight; those were his priorities.

Now, to be separated from the company of Christ meant struggle and pain for Paul; in fact, it was a greater affliction than any struggle or pain would be. On the other hand, to be with Christ was a matchless reward. Yet, for the sake of Christ, Paul chose the separation.

But, you may say: “Because of Christ, Paul found all this pleasant.” I cannot deny that, for he derived intense pleasure from what saddens us. I need not think only of perils and hardships. It was true even of the intense sorrow that made him cry out: Who is weak that I do not share the weakness? Who is scandalized that I am not consumed with indignation?

I urge you not simply to admire but also to imitate this splendid example of virtue, for, if we do, we can share his crown as well.

Are you surprised at my saying that if you have Paul’s merits, you will share that same reward? Then listen to Paul himself: I have fought the good fight, I have run the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth a crown of justice awaits me, and the Lord, who is a just judge, will give it to me on that day—and not to me alone, but to those who desire his coming. You see how he calls all to share the same glory?

Now, since the same crown of glory is offered to all, let us eagerly strive to become worthy of these promised blessings.

In thinking of Paul we should not consider only his noble and lofty virtues or the strong and ready will that disposed him for such great graces. We should also realize that he shares our nature in every respect. If we do, then even what is very difficult will seem to us easy and light; we shall work hard during the short time we have on earth and someday we shall wear the incorruptible, immortal crown. This we shall do by the grace and mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom all glory and power belongs now and always through endless ages. Amen.

"Stir into flame the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands" 2Tim1. Feast of Ss Timothy&Titus pic.twitter.com/YERa5dzFM1

— Msgr B Bransfield (@BrianBransfield) January 26, 2016

Like Saints Timothy and Titus, may we stir into flame the gift of our faith and never hesitate to share it with others.

— Bishop Burbidge (@BishopBurbidge) January 26, 2016

8. Bishop Paul D. Etienne of Cheyenne: Feasts like today remind us that we all need friends. First and foremost, we need to experience the friendship of Jesus Christ. Then, once we enter his service, we need the support of other faith-filled people with whom we grow in holiness together.

Show Christian friendship. We evangelize others by loving them as friends. #homilytweet

— Kathryn Jean Lopez (@kathrynlopez) January 26, 2016

God calls us as friends. Speak to Him intimately. Be honest with Him. #homilytweet

— Kathryn Jean Lopez (@kathrynlopez) January 26, 2016

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Sts. Timothy and Titus, lead all Bishops to holiness and mission.

— Bishop Barres (@BishopBarres) January 26, 2016

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