St. Maximillian Kolbe was often referred to as a "Man for Others". We are ALL called to a deep solidarity with our sisters and brothers, to be a person "for others", for we "cannot find ourselves, except through a sincere gift of ourselves" (Vatican II - Gaudium et Spes). How am I being called to a deeper solidarity this Lent?
Prayer: "Lord help me to be present to You this Lent. And then Lord, help me bring you into the lives of others, wherever they may be. Amen."
When we go to Mass, we dont have to check our struggles, hopes, fears and dreams at the door. Rather we bring all that in with us. Through prayer we offer ourselves back to God who called us first. Through our participation in this, God meets us, and He is offering us Himself! How do I want my participation in Mass to become more full this Lent?
Prayer: Lord, help me in the areas where I'm holding back from You!