“And [Jesus] was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light.” – Matthew 17: 2 In this season of Lent, we are invited to step back and closely examine our lives and our hearts. It is not an invitation to a mere moment of reflection, but to […]
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Download the PDF. Goal 3 – Good Health & Well-being Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages Summary: When our needs are met, we are often unaware because our attention is not on them. Likewise, we may not see the glowing light of transfiguration as our souls and spirits shine, but
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Download the PDF. Goal 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns Summary: Jesus’ temptation in the desert reminds us that Jesus, too. was called to discern his relationship with the world around him. His choice was clear: to respect all creation, to seek the common good over personal satisfaction. May
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End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture Download the PDF. Pope Francis reminds us: “Indifference to our neighbor and to God represents a real temptation for us Christians… When we fast from this indifference, we can begin to feast on love.” Through our almsgiving, prayer and fasting this Lent, may
