“Without the burden of afflictions it is
impossible to reach the height of grace. The gifts of grace increase as the struggles increase.”
-St. Rose of Lima
For Reflection:
What is the relationship between afflictions and the height of grace? Do I make use of such opportunities or do I rail against them? 
Section Four: “A Communion of Sin” Scripture Passage for Meditation
As it is, God has put all the separate parts into the body he chose….If one part is hurt, all the parts share its pain….Now Christ’s body is yourselves, each of you with a part to play in the whole.
1 Corinthians 12:20, 26, 27 (The New Jerusalem Bible)
