Soul Care

Grab

What is something simple that always makes you feel better after a long day?

Grace

Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)

As we approach the middle of the year, many of us come face-to-face with fatigue. Midyear often brings a sense of weariness, but it also invites us to pause and reflect. With the right perspective, it becomes a moment of hope that we can still do better in the days ahead. When we feel exhausted, the best thing we can do is rest.

In today’s world, self-care is emphasized. But more than just caring for our physical selves, we must also tend to our spiritual needs. This is what we call “Soul Care.” It is all about nourishing our relationship with God. It is not simply comfort, but it is communion. And in caring for our souls, we can find true peace. Soul C.A.R.E means:

1. Confession. Also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation or the Sacrament of Peace, Confession restores the soul. Sin is a rejection of God’s love, a turning away that wounds us and others. Yet in His mercy, Jesus gave the Church the power to forgive sins. Every Confession is an act of humility and healing, reconnecting us with God’s immense love.

2. Adoration. Soul care means spending time with the One who restores us. In Eucharistic Adoration, we encounter Jesus, who is truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Kneeling before Him in silence is an act of love and surrender. In His presence, we find peace that no words can give. It is here that our souls are renewed and realigned with God’s heart.

3.  Rosary. The Rosary is a prayer of the soul. As we meditate on the mysteries of Christ’s life through Mary’s eyes, we grow in faith and trust. Praying the Rosary as a family strengthens our spiritual bond and invites God’s grace into our homes. Consistency in this devotion builds habits of holiness that shape our soul over time.

4. Eucharist. The Holy Mass is the “source and summit of Christian life.” (CCC 1324). In the Eucharist, we receive Christ Himself - body, blood, soul, and divinity. Through this sacred communion, we are united with God and with one another. The Church, in its real sense, is not the structure but us, the faithful. Every Mass is a sacred encounter, a moment when heaven touches earth and the soul is deeply nourished.

We take care of ourselves not because we deserve it, nor simply to upgrade our personal holiness, but because we long to be reconnected with God. As we journey through the rest of the year, let us go beyond simply taking care of ourselves. Let us care for our souls with hope and trust, knowing that as we draw closer to God, we grow stronger and more equipped to truly take care for others.

Gather

1.    Where in my life do I feel spiritually drained?

2.    What steps can I take to care for my soul better so I can love and serve those around me?

Go Forth

Commit to one intentional Soul C.A.R.E. practice this week, and do it together with your spouse or your family.

Give

God is Generous, and in response, let us be good stewards by consistent Spiritual Giving, our tithing. 

For Tithes Remittance of NCR Members: bit.ly/mfctithes

Go On Mission

Seek for opportunities to service in MFC and/ or LCSC. MFC members 3 years and up are encouraged to go on mission in your own area or province. This can be done as a couple, with your household, or with your family. #FamiliesOnMission