When things get dark, then it is time to draw on faith. If difficult, no matter, for our faith though a gift, is also a choice, one that needs to be made over and over again. We live in a world wherein any belief system has to be based on a certain level of faith. We also have minds, intelligence and I believe we should use it to grow deeper in our understanding of our relationship with God, as well as with those around us. If we don’t ponder and grow, then the pervading culture will dictate to us what is important and we will be mind numbed by commercials, reality TV and yes the news. It is all a smoke screen, to keep us from seeing that life is about growth in love, kindness towards others and an ever deepening trust in God. When we die, it is the love we take with us. All people who are on the path in the search for truth are my fellow travelers and my brothers and sister. Perhaps we are all on that path, some are more aware of it, others have not yet entered into that part of their lives when they begin to search and question.
Br. Mark Dohle, OCSO
Holy Spirit Monastery
