Penitence and mercy are major themes that resound throughout Lent.
It can be really difficult to have mercy and forgiveness for people in our lives who have hurt us and wronged us. Sometimes, it can be even more difficult to have mercy for ourselves. Understanding God's mercy for us is the first step to overcoming these hurdles and finding healing.
In this week's video, Fr. Mark Toups shares a bit more about how to receive and give more mercy in your life. We invite you to pray and reflect on this video.
In what ways have you experienced hearing the voice of the Good Shepherd in your life? What can help you better listen to God’s voice?
•What aspects of your life make you feel restless right now? What lies have the voices of the world been telling you to tempt you to go astray? Like the loving father in the parable of the Prodigal Son, how is Jesus inviting you to return to him, trust in him, and go deeper with him?
•VIDEO REFLECTION: As Fr. Toups says in this video, “Mercy is love bestowed when we don’t deserve it.” With that thought in mind, what strikes you the most about this painting of The Return of the Prodigal Son by Pompeo Batoni?
•Now take a moment to reflect on the past week, going over the meditations that bore the most fruit in your prayer, the things you wrote, and your reflections on this week’s video. How has your prayer changed this week?
•What aspects of your life make you feel restless right now? What lies have the voices of the world been telling you to tempt you to go astray? Like the loving father in the parable of the Prodigal Son, how is Jesus inviting you to return to him, trust in him, and go deeper with him?
•VIDEO REFLECTION: As Fr. Toups says in this video, “Mercy is love bestowed when we don’t deserve it.” With that thought in mind, what strikes you the most about this painting of The Return of the Prodigal Son by Pompeo Batoni?
•Now take a moment to reflect on the past week, going over the meditations that bore the most fruit in your prayer, the things you wrote, and your reflections on this week’s video. How has your prayer changed this week?
Wishing you a blessed and reflective Lenten season. May this time of prayer and self-discovery lead us to a profound encounter with the love and grace of our Lord.
In His love and mercy,
Sr. Lupita FdCC
Young Adults Ministry
Annunciation Parish
Young Adults Ministry
Annunciation Parish
Mar
16
Habitat for Humanity Abq.
Community Service is a way to almsgiving during Lent.
Habitat for Humanity - Repair Program, from 10am to 2pm is another opportunity to volunteer! Help repair a house for a family in need. Tools and materials are provided. The exact address is yet to be confirmed.
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