Grace and Forgiveness: Family Reflection Video

By: Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C. on September 17th, 2020

Grace and Forgiveness: Family Reflection Video

Love thy Neighbor | Strengthening family unity

Healing begins with your willingness to forgive yourself first. Today I would like to share with you first, two true stories of two families who lost a beloved child in a tragic accident. Second, the difference between forgiving and not forgiving oneself. Third, the grace and forgiveness offered by the Lord to us.

Today’s readings give us hope for God’s grace and mercy. St. Paul claims that God’s grace has been with him and made him what he is. (1 Cor 15:10) The woman in today’s gospel heard and saw Jesus. She allowed herself to be overwhelmed by His goodness, mercy and compassion. She did not compare herself with others, but with Jesus. Thus, she experienced God’s mercy and forgiveness.

Are you willing to forgive yourself so that God’s mercy, peace and wholeness can flow into your life?

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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.