For many years, the letters Saint Paul wrote to Saint Timothy have spoken to my heart. When I was ordained a bishop and later entrusted with the care of the Diocese of Harrisburg, the message of these pastoral letters became even more personal. The original context of Saint Paul’s words is a reminder of the grace bestowed through Holy Orders. For every bishop, priest, or deacon, the promised grace to serve God’s People and to fulfill the daily duties of our office comes as a welcomed assurance despite being “beset by weakness” (Hebrews 5:2) and inconstancy. Knowing that we can return to the Divine Source of our vocation to be kindled anew like coals cleared from the heap of ashes and fed fuel for flame gives us confidence in the never-failing care God bestows upon His Church through us, unworthy servants though we may be.