Yesterday, my family and I went to the annual Life chain in the usual spot where CFC Calgary is assigned.
It has been a family ritual for us for years. During the first few years, the kids were shocked to see some people giving us the middle finger. It still bothers me to this day and age why people are so mad when we were simply defending the sacredness of life. What if their parents decide to abort him or her, would have they existed?
But the truth is, the things of value in this world, our faith, our life, our families, will always be under constant attack. We cannot be complacent into thinking that being in a community of believers will immunize us from the snares of the evil one. The battle is real and will be going on throughout our lives.
As a parent, there is no way I’ll be able to protect my kids forever. One day, they will be on their own facing their own spiritual battles. All I can do is plant the seeds that will one day sprout and blossom into weapons of our faith.
Lord, please continue to remind us of the humiliation, ridicule, torment You went through because You simply love us. In times of temptation, be with us and help us to overcome the enticements of this world. St. Michael, the archangel, please be with us in this battle. Amen!
Tito George, thank you for this! I honour you because of the love you have for your family and children. I know that it is because of fathers like you who are so God-fearing, and parents like you & Tita that there is so much hope for my generation. I pray that more Couple Coordinators realize how important it is to live out their faith by working with the youth!