This week’s Gospel tells us that Jesus’ healing of Simon’s mother-in-law was very personal: he approached her, grasped her hand, and helped her up. _{Mk 1:29-39}

A sick child instinctively seeks the touch of a loving parent. Even as adults, when we are down-and-out, we seek comfort of others. As the gospel illustrates, in times of trouble let us share a personal touch and the presence of Jesus’ love.