Begin with Mysticism – Nov. 15, 2018
“The necessary detachment from this ugly and injurious present political climate depends upon our inner attachment to the mystery of God’s unbounded grace and divine, creative love. That is the foundation from which we can witness to truth, nurture community, and build essential bonds of solidarity with those who suffer. More than ever, politics which […]
As Soon As I Begin – Nov. 14, 2018
It is I who must begin…. Once I begin, once I try – here and now, right where I am, not excusing myself by saying that things would be easier elsewhere, without grand speeches and ostentatious gestures, but all the more persistently – to live in harmony with the “voice of Being” as I […]
No Exceptions – Nov. 13, 2018
“The best response to our political, material, cultural, racial, or national idolatries is the First Commandment: “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:3). Jesus summarizes the Greatest Commandment: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, your soul, and your mind. This is the first commandment. And the second […]
Birds Still Sing – Nov. 12, 2018
“During these turbulent times we must remind ourselves repeatedly that life goes on. This we are apt to forget. But the wisdom of life transcends our wisdoms; the purpose of life outlasts our purposes; the process of life cushions our processes… It is just as important as ever to attend to the little graces by […]