· Luke 19:8–10
An apology becomes more substantial when it makes room for repair. Rather than defending your intention, acknowledge a specific effect your words or actions had. A changed habit may take time, but one honest step can begin now.
A question to sit with
Is there a small repair I can make?
One small step
Offer an apology without adding an excuse.
Pray
Merciful Lord, give me courage to be honest and patience to change. Amen.
Original reflection and prayer. The Scripture reference is chosen for personal reflection and is not necessarily the day’s Mass reading.