On our second day in your company of the Novena, both scriptural passages from Genesis and Matthew’s gospel speak of brokenness caused by human iniquity. In between these passages, the Byrd family sings our responsorial psalm: For every age, O Lord, you have been our refuge.
Today’s presenter, Dr. James Peck, MD, reflects on both sides of these realities. As a medical professional who has served for almost two decades with Doctors without Borders, Jim addresses how the Ignatian spirit of magis (Latin for “more”), when embodied in Christian witness, brings the generosity of spirit, the beauty that is light shining in the darkness. Though he could have spoken about his own witness, Jim reflects on St. Francis Xavier, SJ, and Dr. Tom Catena, MD, operating in a remote region of the Sudan. May listening to his words on their emulation help further activate your own solidarity and service to those in need. Dr. Tom’s picture with joyful smile shines beneath the ambo!