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Purpose Driven Life: Family Reflection Video

Purpose Driven Life: Family Reflection Video

Love thy Neighbor  |  Strengthening family unity

Don’t forget the lamp oil!

In these few weeks, many parents are worried that their children are concerned about being accepted at school. I have received messages asking what to do, for advice or help, as we heard in today’s gospel. Parents seem to be saying “give us some of your oil, our lamps are going out!”

At the pace life today moves, it is no wonder parents feel their energy dwindling. They spend time with children, their spouse, take care of family, support their friends, and on and on! The gospel today reminds us to keep oil in our lamps by staying in tune with God, keeping Him in our daily relationships and activities.

How can we bring God closer into our relationships? Do we keep our “lamps lit?”

My friends, we pray for those in the dark today –may their light be rekindled and bring new energy!

For additional reading: Today’s Gospel: The Parable of the Ten VirginsFamily-centered ideas and activities via Family Rosary Pinterest

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.