By: Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C. on August 23rd, 2018

A Fresh Start: Family Reflection Video

Strengthening family unity | Return to the Church

“Satan will do everything in his power to destroy the faith of the faithful” –John Mariani

Today’s reading tells of how “many are called, but few are chosen.” God raises up holy men and women in the midst of a crisis –the empty wedding feast. We are being summoned to a new wedding feast. To fulfill the spiritual needs and gaps being left by the current reconstruction of the Church. We are called to be images of God’s holiness in our actions and reactions to those around us.

Today, God promises new heart and new spirit rather than the darker human inclination to punish and destroy. How will we respond?

What would a national or international spiritual renewal look like in our culture and time? Where do we begin?

We pray for the strength and spirituality to influence change! Let families lead the way!

For additional reading: Today’s Readings

About Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C.

Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C., Ph.D., serves as the International Director of Holy Cross Family Ministries (HCFM). In this role, he provides leadership and support to HCFM ministries in 18 countries across 6 continents, helping advance the mission of strengthening family prayer, faith formation, and spiritual life around the world. Originally from Kerala, India, Father Pinto spent ten years as a missionary in Tripura with the Northeast Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Before his appointment as International Director, he served as Special Assistant to the President of Holy Cross Family Ministries. He also ministered for six years in Campus Ministry at Stonehill College, accompanying students in their faith formation, leadership development, and spiritual growth.