March 18, 2018 - Often, the salient features of our lives are defined by tragedies, but suffering can also bring joy through knowledge of Jesus. Jesus was driven to the cross in hope of the joy his act would bring to us. Make the time to be present with Christ in your life. Fr. Xavier remembers the times in a former parish that he experienced joy in his calling every day. Chaplain Teresa described interactions with people that were powerful momnets in her spiritual life.