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September 17, 2023

“[T]he Church, who loves and prefers what Jesus loved and preferred, cannot rest until she has reached all those who experience rejection, exclusion, and feel that they do not matter to anyone. In the heart of the Church, you allow us to meet Jesus, because you speak to us about him, not so much with words, but with your whole life.” – Pope Francis

Reflection: How does your life speak to others about Jesus? Have you ever acted with the Church to reach out to those who feel that they do not matter to anyone? When? How did you meet Jesus in a different way through that experience?

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September 17, 2023

September 17, 2023
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