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Continual Growth

Saying Goodbye, Starting Over, and Transitioning

by Fr. Mike Schmitz


Change is always hard. Transitions in life are difficult. Goodbyes are never easy. Endings are rarely joyful. But today, Fr. Mike suggests that beginnings are even more crucial. 

He encourages us to take 3 steps whenever we start over, and to let each one of ourselves “be a beginner.” 

Be patient with yourself. 

Don’t freak out. 

And be willing to ask for help.

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