Yet even now—oracle of the LORD—
return to me with your whole heart,
with fasting, weeping, and mourning.
Rend your hearts, not your garments,
and return to the LORD, your God,
For he is gracious and merciful,
slow to anger, abounding in steadfast love,
and relenting in punishment. (Joel 2:12-13 NABRE)
God calls us back to him. He desires a relationship with us. In his perfection, he extends grace and mercy to us, his creatures, for the many ways we turn away from him and even deny his existence. May we answer his call, turning our hearts back to him, constantly, aware of our failings, willing to change ourselves, and grateful for his love and mercy.
Today, on this Ash Wednesday, I will begin my personal Lenten journey focused on the corporal and spiritual works of mercy which extend God's love to those most in need.
Saint Scholastica, twin sister of Saint Benedict and patroness of nuns, pray for us.
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