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Wednesday Reflection - March 13, 2024

Dear Friends,

Pope Francis’ next “BE”-Attitude arrived with perfect timing. I just happened to see the film Cabrini and in my humble opinion, I witnessed someone who was both BOLD and CREATIVE! Don’t miss the opportunity to see it; you won’t be disappointed.

I recently had a conversation with someone about being bold and creative. Interestingly enough, we came to the agreement that boldness and creativity does not mean arrogance or entitlement. We capitalize on the idea of being courageous and faithful in using the gifts we have received from God, and Frances Cabrini did just that.

Here are some reflection questions that can keep you going all week:

• What do I need to do that will wake up the world? Am I aware of people and situations that need to be brought to the attention of a person or group that can help? Scripture tells us to “be either hot or cold but not lukewarm [apathetic]” (Revelation 3:16); who am I, and do I believe I can help initiate change?
• Am I willing to take a journey that will take me to unknown places? Playing it safe or remaining in your comfort zone is not what is being asked of you! Are you bold enough to enter uncharted waters?
• Am I able to change ‘we’ve always done it this way’ to ‘let’s give something new a try’? Talk about moving out of your comfort zone!
• Am I using my God-given talents creatively? Are you grateful for your talents and are you using them to impact the lives of others? Do you collaborate with others to enhance and expand the reach of your talents? Or do you keep your talents hidden away under a bushel basket?

As we get closer to Holy week, we know the story that is unfolding, and so it challenges us to prepare for the future, for the Triduum followed by Easter. You can also imagine yourself in the place of those who were living out this story. There had to be a lot of boldness and creativity flowing through those early followers of Jesus.

Till next week,

Sister Theresita