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    7 Vices & 7 Virtues: A Lenten Journey of Conversion: Patience

    Fr John McKenna
    February 22, 2024

    Patience

    In the second episode of the series "7 Vices & 7 Virtues: A Lenten Journey of Conversion," the focus shifts to the virtue of patience and its pivotal role in spiritual growth and transformation. Through a contemplative exploration, Fr. John invites us to reflect on the challenges of anger and the healing power of forgiveness. Drawing on the wisdom of Saint Ignatius of Loyola and Saint Thomas Aquinas, the talk delves into the importance of daily reflection, the practice of the Examen, and the necessity of nurturing good habits to cultivate patience. Emphasising the examples set by Our Blessed Mother and Jesus Christ, he encourages us to bear our crosses patiently, foster forgiveness, and engage in acts of kindness and reconciliation during the Lenten season. Join us in this reflective journey as we seek to overcome the temptations of anger and embrace the virtue of patience, drawing closer to God and each other.

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