The Church dedicates February to the Holy Family. Why would Holy Mother Church asks us to reflect on the Holy Family during the days before Lent?
Perhaps the answer can be found when we consider that Jesus spent the time between His birth and His public journey within the confines of the
loving structure of His Holy Family. Mother Mary and St. Joseph guided His growth from a little boy to a young adult – they helped shape His humanity. Let our February reflections help us make the transition from the feast of Christmas to the fasting of Lent.
[quote]Father, help us to live as the holy family, united in respect and love. Bring us to the joy and peace of your eternal home. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.[/quote]