Last night I enjoyed playing a tech support role for my daughter’s Zoom Tinkering Club. She built this great machine-like structure, and was happy to e-connect with her friends for this monthly group activity. In the concluding appreciations reflection exercise, she stated: “Tonight I am grateful for my family, all of you, and our dog.” Practicing mindfulness and expressing gratitude have been some of the ways our family has tried to stay mentally and spiritually fit throughout this pandemic, and I was so proud to hear my daughter reflect back that attitude to her friends.
In this lengthy and worthwhile read, Can Catholic Social Teaching Unite a Divided America, numerous points represent how returning to the basics of dignity and respect can go such a long way toward addressing ‘The pre-eminent issue for our country at this time … healing and coming together.” Bishop McElry’s assertion of the need for healing and unity align closely with my own impressions and observations. I am firm in my faith convictions and hopes that this unity is possible. But it will take continued hard work and thoughtfulness ahead.
I am privileged to enjoy an upcoming three day weekend, and I am ready to embrace it. My plate has been pretty full this past month with life and with work, and so my intention is to unplug this weekend. I pray that you too can take the time for rest and reflection that you deserve.
Keeping the Faith 