With Valentine's Day this week, we reflect on the significance of expressing love and appreciation to those who hold a special place in our hearts. Let's take this opportunity to convey our affection to our loved ones and even those you think may not need it, don't deserve it, and those whom it takes bravery to love. All it takes is a kind word, doing something thoughtful for another, lending a listening ear, encouraging someone, or even just sending a text message letting them know you are thinking of them. By ensuring more people feel love, you are combating feelings of isolation and despair and helping reduce the numbers in the Lonely Hearts Club. Today, Father Pat McGrath uses Pope Francis' words to ask us to "open our hearts to the risk of loving to enrich our lives and contribute to healing the world.