Spiritual transformation is the goal of Lent.  Popular movies chronicle the adventures of Transformers, robots that alter their shape to combat evil.  Play with these toy action figures can introduce children to our capacity to be transformed while retaining our identity.  It is adults who most resist change, fearing the loss of something that we think is essential to who we are.  In response, we propose St. Paul (once named Saul), who had a somewhat miraculous conversion, though his complete transformation took time.  No matter how long it takes, saying no to anything, requires a reason to say a bigger YES!  Lent is a time to recall our truest identity, cast off what blinds or misshapes us, and say YES! to Jesus.  If a bulky robot can become a sleek spaceship, we can become more gracious, generous and forgiving.  Followers of Jesus become the change that they seek in the world.  Transfigured Lord, shape us in your gentle hands.