AI OVERVIEW: God remains patient with each listener, inviting repentance and fruit-bearing rather than forcing change. The reflection links the parable of the fig tree to everyday discernment in RCIA and parish life, noting that waiting is often about us responding to God’s invitation to convert and bear fruit in our deeds. The reading from Ephesians emphasizes that gifts are given to build up the body of Christ—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers—so each person contributes to mature unity in faith. Prayer petitions focus on peace, healing, discernment of gifts, and the departed, asking the Holy Spirit to guide the next steps in following Jesus.
YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION: Mass at St. Monica Catholic Church - Mercer Island. For more information about our daily Mass livestreams please visit: www.stmonicami.org/livestream
