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Discerning What

Discerning What's Best: Family Reflection Video

Strengthening family unity

In our culture today, we try to satisfy others and fit into the popular culture.

In doing so, we may overlook the sanctity of the family and its natural structure. As a result, our families are faced with the risks and threats of adultery or divorce.

As Christians, the essentials for us come from the teachings of the scripture and the Church. Jesus instructs us to “love one another as I have loved you.” Here he gives us a succinct invitation. There is no comprise.

We become imitators of Christ when we grow in our sacrificial love. We need to ask ourselves, “What is best for the folks around me?”

Let us pray,
as individuals and families, 

that we might fix our eyes on Jesus,
make Jesus the center of our family,
get to know him continually through reading the Word,
and continuously grow in love of God and neighbor.
Amen.

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.