Bishops, Priest & Deacons, State Families and Membership,
My brothers and sisters in Christ, greetings and blessings,
Brokenness or woundedness 
"Despite your brokenness or woundedness. Despite your national identity, it is not an excuse for the absence of virtue in your life. Amen? We have to strive to overcome our own brokenness. We can't say, well this happened to me and that's why I act this way. Or I'm just this national identity and that's why I act and behave this way." - Fr Ken Geraci, CPM
This message is a call for hope and empowerment, asking us to rise above our challenges and embrace a life of virtue. Each of us carries our own unique story, marked by trials and triumphs, wounds and wonders. Yet, it’s precisely within these experiences that we find the opportunity to grow and shine.
Our brokenness isn’t a barrier but a steppingstone to becoming the people God calls us to be. It's a reminder that our identity, shaped by our heritage and personal history, isn’t a limit but a foundation upon which we can build a life of virtue and purpose.
Fr. Ken's words encourage us to reject the victimization mentality the world shoves in our face and embrace the boldness to act with integrity and compassion, reminding us that our journey towards virtue is an active pursuit, one that requires courage, resilience, and faith. It’s through this striving that we find our true strength and our true selves.
This message is not just for reflection but a call to action. As members you're invited to step into leadership, to take an active role in your community, and to mentor others on their journey. By embracing this call, you not only transform your own life but also become a source of inspiration and guidance for others, as Jesus wants you to be.
We all want the world to change, let us all reject the victimization mentality, lets grow strong by action and virtue. Let us invite the next man we meet to our council, Parish, and Mass, to shine and grow help him build a life of virtue and purpose.
Vivat Jesus,
Tim Nowak, General Agent
