18/10/2026
Today, 18 October, the Church remembers Luke the Evangelist, whose Gospel proclaims the compassion of Christ and the good news of God’s kingdom.
In the Gospel, Jesus sends out his followers to share peace, heal the sick and announce that the kingdom of God has come near. Luke’s witness reminds us that the good news is not only spoken but embodied through mercy, healing, hospitality and hope.
As we remember Luke, we give thanks for all who proclaim the Gospel in word and action, and for all whose ministry brings healing and peace to the world.
Scripture reading: Luke 10:1–2, 8–9
‘After this the Lord appointed seventy others and sent them on ahead of him in pairs to every town and place where he himself intended to go.
He said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out labourers into his harvest.
Whenever you enter a town and its people welcome you, eat what is set before you; cure the sick who are there, and say to them, ‘The kingdom of God has come near to you.’”’
Prayer
God of healing and hope,
you called Luke to proclaim the good news of Christ.
Strengthen us to share your peace
and to make your love known in word and action.
Bless all who serve in ministries of healing,
compassion and care,
and send us out as witnesses to your kingdom.
Amen.
