2 Corinthians 9:12

The Celebration of the Christian Mystery

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  “In the New Testament the word "liturgy" refers not only to the celebration of divine worship but also to the proclamation of the Gospel and to active charity.” — Catechism footnote: Cf. Lk 1:23; Acts 13:2; Rom 15:16, 27; 2 Cor 9:12; Phil 2:14-17, 25, 30.

The First Commandment

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  “"The laborer deserves his food."” — Catechism footnote: Mt 10:10; cf. Lk 10:7; 2 Cor 9:5-18; 1 Tim 5:17-18.

John Chrysostom

• John Chrysostom, Homilies on John Homily 12

  “As the words of Paul declare; for in describing the treasures of kindness to the poor laid up by the Corinthians, he writes, “For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God.” ( 2 Cor. ix. 12.)” — the author cites it

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Cyprian of Carthage

• Cyprian of Carthage, On Works and Alms

  “And again: “The administration of this service shall not only supply the wants of the saints, but shall be abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God;” because, while thanks are directed to God for our almsgivings and labours, by the prayer of the poor, the wealth of the doer is increased by the retribution of God.” — editor's note: 2 Cor. ix. 12.

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• Cyprian of Carthage, Three Books of Testimonies Against the Jews III.2Book III

  “Also in the same place: “The administration of this service has not only supplied that which is lacking to the saints, but has abounded by much giving of thanks unto God.”” — editor's note: 2 Cor. ix. 12.

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• Philippians 2:14

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Philippians 2:15

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Philippians 2:16

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Philippians 2:17

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Philippians 2:25

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Philippians 2:30

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• 1 Timothy 5:17

  Cited together in Catechism §2122.

• 1 Timothy 5:18

  Cited together in Catechism §2122.

• Hebrews 8:2

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Hebrews 8:6

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Matthew 10:10

  Cited together in Catechism §2122.

• Luke 1:23

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Luke 10:7

  Cited together in Catechism §2122.

• Acts 13:2

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Romans 15:16

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.

• Romans 15:27

  Cited together in Catechism §1070.