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notes. I'm Father Jim Martin. I'm about to lead you through a traditional Jesuit prayer

that will help you notice where God has been in your day. But first, let's begin with

our weekly reflection, which is released every Sunday. It's the second week of Lent, and I bet

more than a few people have asked you the question, what are you giving up for Lent?

Well, instead of giving something up, how about doing something positive?

How about this?

Be kind.

And let me suggest a few ways to do that.

First, give people the benefit of the doubt.

After all, why not?

Everyone is carrying around some sort of burden,

usually one that you don't even know about.

So give them a break.

Second, honor the absent.

Be kind when you're talking about people who aren't there.

Spiritually speaking, it's essential. It's part of charity.

Practically speaking, it makes sense too.

Why?

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