Every Child – Oct. 1, 2019
“Every child, every person needs to know that they are a source of joy; every child, every person, needs to be celebrated. Only when all of our weaknesses are accepted as part of our humanity can our negative, broken self-images be transformed.” ―Jean Vanier, Becoming Human
A Taste of Death – Sept. 30, 2019
This week’s quotes come from Jean Vanier’s book Becoming Human. Vanier was a Canadian Catholic philosopher, theologian, and humanitarian. In 1964, he founded L’Arche, an international organization of communities spread over 37 countries, for people with developmental disabilities and those who assist them. Eighteen years ago, I was required to read this book while living […]
Not to Possess – Sept. 27, 2019
“It is sobering to look upon death and realize that life is the most precious gift we never get to possess but only to sample.” –Brother Thomas, This is the Day
Silence – Sept. 26, 2019
“Once we become aware of the Holy, we part company with words.” –Brother Thomas, This is the Day