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02.21.06  Tuesdays Reflection

We who enjoy the gift of faith, calling us to continual conversion and

transformation, are impelled to share the love that springs from faith.

We, who have received the love of Christ through the Spirit must not contain

it. It must reach out to others, spilling out, touching and transforming the

world in which we live.

Spirit and Lifestyle

On February 13, I was in the university area returning from an evening

meeting. A young man wished everyone "Happy Valentine's" as he stepped out

of the bus. When the door closed, I heard two young persons, strangers to

each other, discussing this young man. "He was carrying a Bible. I tried

very hard not to meet his glance." I know the feeling. It's like avoiding a

drunk person while waiting for the bus. It's uncomfortable.

What is a relevant way to live our mission of reaching out to others and of

touching and transforming the world in which we live? I don't think the best

way is to corner someone to give them a piece of "my" religion. I'd say

forget religion and think of creative ways to give of yourself. Mission is

crossing borders, not as invaders but as guests. It's more about the people

you are with than about yourself.

Please "Reply All" if you would like to comment on what these words from the

Spirit and Lifestyle mean to you.

Thank you. Cecily