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Bishop Erik Varden's second Vatican Spiritual Exercises reflection portrays St. Bernard of Clairvaux as an idealist whose humility, reformative energy, and witness to God’s love offer a guiding example for a Lent focused on authentic conversion and renunciation of self-righteousness.
From Feb 22–27, Pope Leo XIV, Rome-based cardinals, and heads of dicasteries will hear two daily meditations led by Trappist Bishop Erik Varden in the Pauline Chapel, on the theme 'Illuminated by a Hidden Glory,' with reflections including Saint Bernard and topics like God’s help, freedom, truth, and hope; a brief bio of Varden notes his Norwegian origin, monastic leadership, and Vatican roles.