I have spent much time this week thinking about presence and connectedness. Some of this reflection is motivated by the familiar familial whirlwind that is characteristic of our household experience during this time of year. We frantically purchase notebooks and school supplies, update multiple differing calendars and quickly immerse ourselves back into practice and school routines. I count our blessings that our kids are excited to return to their schools and are looking forward to being with their friends again.
I recently read this quote, cited in a San Francisco Chronicle article, and was reminded of the poetic leadership of a Daughter of Charity mentor of mine, Sr. Joyce Weller, DC. She often taught me- and others- of the importance of service and vocation in the midst of the business of our lives: “Sister Joyce Weller of the Daughters of Charity shared with me how in 1993 she came across a beautiful prayer posted on the wall of a hospital in Sierra Leone: When I die and happily meet my Creator, He will ask me to show Him my wounds. If I tell Him that I have no wounds, my Creator will ask: Was nothing worth fighting for?”
Here are a couple resources informing my thinking these days. Happy Back to School time! Blessings on your week ahead.
10 to 25: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation—And Making Your Own Life Easier.
Keeping the Faith 