This week I am surrounded by Lasallian educators from around the world. By sharing a common purpose as part of a worldwide organization dedicated to the education of youth, together we learn, grow, and stretch ourselves in how we can best live out our educational mission. I am inspired by our commonalities across such differing situations, settings, and cultures.
We are challenged by the visioning task at hand- to be broad enough in our aspirations to respect the varying local realities, yet specific enough to make an impact. Our shared approach of listening and encounter has much to offer our society that often instead focuses on that which divides us. I am reminded of the foundational importance of trust and mutual understanding, and I have frequently appreciated the value of process, people, and community.
I feel like I belong, which is what my colleagues and I have been promoting across our schools in terms of supporting our students and educators. To be known, valued, and loved is a gift from God. And I consider myself blessed.
This video from Gurdeep Pandher, who I follow on Twitter, illustrates the warmth in my heart right now. Plus he honors a holiday near and dear to my heart.
Enjoy the week ahead!
Keeping the Faith 