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the Flame of Faith Burning in Your Soul: Family Reflection Video

the Flame of Faith Burning in Your Soul: Family Reflection Video

Why pray?  |  Strengthening family unity

“Beloved, do not be surprised that a trial by fire is occurring among you.”

When I read these words I thought of Saint Justin, an obscure saint who sought God in books and human thought until an elderly man told him to look to the prophets of divine truth and friends of Christ. As he let this experience into his heart, he learned that love is a fire that engulfs the face of the earth and covers a multitude of sins.

Saint Justin continues to offer us inspiration today as we seek to be stewards of God’s creation. We’re encouraged to turn to the prophets and friends of Jesus to find a harbor of safety and peace of mind. Seek to be hospitable without complaining and use the gifts God has given us to serve one another.

What ways can you and your family work to possess the flame of faith that has the ability to burn in your soul and overwhelm you with love? Jesus invites us today to ask for it in prayer and assures that we each will receive it.

About Father Leo Polselli, C.S.C.

Father Leo Polselli, C.S.C. is Chaplain at the Father Peyton Center in Easton, MA. Before coming to Holy Cross Family Ministries he served as a teacher and a parish priest. He also served for six years as a General Assistant of the Congregation in Rome, Italy. Originally from Fall River, MA, Father Leo grew up with eight siblings. Gifted with several languages, he is able to serve the Brazilian, Cape Verdean, Portuguese, Spanish and Haitian communities. When he's not greeting everyone who comes to the Father Peyton Center, you can find him regularly reading newspapers!