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Lent 3 emphasizes spiritual thirst and honest questioning, as seen in the encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. Moral injury often feels similar — a deep, challenging confrontation with what we value most. It can arise when we witness, participate in, or feel powerless to prevent actions — our own or others’ — that conflict with what we deeply believe is right. This kind of moral pain can shake how we see ourselves, our community, and the world, leaving grief, shame, or a quiet fracture in trust and meaning. Some moments feel overwhelming, while others linger subtly, reminding us that living in a complex world can strain our conscience in ways that are neither simple nor easily resolved.

Conversation point: Can you recall a moment when your values or sense of integrity were deeply challenged, either by your own actions or by what you witnessed in others?