No family is perfect. In the case of imperfections and dysfunction we have to seek holiness in our families. Present days our families are facing challenges. Regardless of our family’s situation, all families are called to holiness. Despite our failures and imperfections, always cling on to hope because our family is in the Lord’s design.
The members of the family may get frustrated with each other. They may occasionally argue but ultimately, each of members should strive to love each other, humbly serve and be Christ for each other. Always remember family that learns together stays together.
Saint Pope John Paul II, “Familiaris Consortio” (Christian Family in the Modern World - 1981), reminds parents that their first task is to implant in each child a deep love for God. Parents are the primary teachers in the family, especially in matters of faith and morals. It’s so important and a powerful parents’ vocation.
With the Holy Family of Nazareth as our model and as we approach the New Year, let us resolve sincerely to act with love that binds life together and makes them perfect.
We can say together, “Jesus, Mary and Joseph, pray for us.”
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