Fast from hurting words and say kind words.
Fast from sadness and be filled with gratitude.
Fast from anger and be filled with patience.
Fast from pessimism and be filled with hope.
Fast from worries and trust in God.

May the Gospel teachings about non-judgement resound in your thoughts of others.
May you listen closely to how God invites you to grow spiritually through this Lenten season.
May you slow down and look more intently in order to find God in your life.

Lord, Father of the human family,
you created all human beings equal in dignity:
pour forth into our hearts a fraternal spirit
and inspire in us a dream of renewed encounter,
dialogue, justice and peace.

May the love that breathes life into all of humanity
Be born in us this Christmas season.

May the love that brings forth all of creation,
Be born in us this Christmas season.
May the love that overcomes hatred and brings healing,
Be born in us this Christmas season.