What are you doing with your pain?
More than 100 years ago, Dr. Paluel Flagg, was faced with a challenge that might have destroyed him. Instead, he found strength in God's love and used it to create something beautiful.
Dr. Flagg was a young anesthesiology resident at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City when tragedy struck—his infant daughter died from neonatal asphyxia. Just months later, his wife tragically passed away as well.
In his grief, Dr. Flagg sought solace by following God’s call to help others. He organized missions to Haiti, where he served those suffering from leprosy.
When he saw the immense need in just that one country, he knew he had to do more. He inspired others to join him, and found help and encouragement along the way from those who saw the huge void he was filling.
Dr. Flagg took his pain and created something that brought light to the world. He turned it into a love that continues to serve those most in need.
Every single thing we do, and all that we can imagine achieving, is linked to the love and presence of God. His love embraces us and we are called to extend this embrace to others, especially to the most vulnerable. Together, we are enabling God’s healing and love to be present in our world.
As we journey through Lent with prayer and fasting, let us be guided by our love for God—above all else.
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