In this video reflection, Terry Modica examines how our sacrifices make a difference beyond our own lives when we have true solidarity with the Passion of Christ. Think about why we make sacrifices. Is it because we think it’s the right thing to do and it’s going to help us grow in faith and grow in our relationship with Jesus? This is good, but that’s not enough. Is it also because we care about how our sacrifice will impact others? That’s true Christian maturity.
Saint Teresa of Calcutta said, “Lent is a time when we relive the Passion of Christ. Let it not be just a time when our feelings are roused, but let it be a change that comes through cooperation with God’s grace in real sacrifices of self.”
© 2011 by Terry A. Modica