"There is something deeply disturbing about the entrenched resistance of women in the church, as sufficient reasons for full inclusion are lacking in terms of theology, biology and culture," writes Franciscan Sr. Ilia Delio.
The saints who inspire me are ordinary people who, despite their frailties, do good and reveal God's presence in profound ways. They are people who have learned to attune themselves to the heartbeat of God within humanity.
Saints, check. Souls, check. But there's a third group I'm not really sure what to do with. I knew I needed to explore how I remember those who I didn't like or didn't get along with or those who hurt me (directly or not).
A friend reminded me that all that one needs is to "look deep" and inspiration emerges even from the ordinary, for the extraordinary is hidden deep within the ordinary. I learned this lesson that day and I am inspired!
Scripture for Life: If Bartimaeus were here, he might beg us to listen deeply for the good news in our fragmented world. He would probably tell us that we really do need to hear and respect viewpoints different from our own.
My spiritual journey has been more of a circle than a path. As I wander, there's room in a circle to move around the edges or go inward and then back out. Ultimately, it's a journey to the center, where God dwells.
