25 Feb
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2nd Week of Lent
Dan. 9:4-10
Ps. 78(79):8,9,11,13
Lk. 6:36-38
(Ps Wk II)
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Daniel expresses both remorse for the sins of his countrymen and gratitude for God's compassion and forgiveness. At times we focus more on our sins and those of others but forget to gaze at the ever forgiving face of God smiling at us and calling us to come back to him. Unfortunately, the lack of this attitude of trust has brought a lot of sufferings. For example, the reason for most divorces is usually defined as originating from 'irreconcilable differences'. The wars that ravage many countries are signs of the lack of dialogue and love. Refusing to dialogue and to forgive one another destroys families and countries. Jesus' call to forgive just as he continually forgives us is not that of a rude commander but of a loving father. That is why, especially during this period of Lent, we should not be afraid to come to him and ask for forgiveness instead of isolating ourselves in the darkness of guilt and sin. Coming closer to Jesus, we will learn to appreciate the good in us and in others even amidst their weaknesses.



Father, protect us from the snares of sin and guilt and lead us into the light of Your loving presence so that we may learn to love one another just as Jesus loved us.

DAILY OFFERING
Eternal Father, I offer You everything I do this day; my thoughts, words, joys and sufferings. Grant that, vivified by the Holy Spirit and united to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, my life this day may be of service to You and to others. I also pray that all those preparing for marriage discover in Sacrament the source of Christ's grace for living a fithful and fruitful love. Amen.

PRAYING WITH THE CHURCH
INTENTION
That migrant families, especially the mothers, may be supported and accompanied in their difficulties.
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