Luke’s parable speaks of blind spots, the splinters large and small, which prevent us from seeing. Good trees don’t bear rotten fruit. And in the midst of this we hear the reminder that if we are truly disciples, followers of Jesus, we will have what we need to speak and act in the manner of Jesus.
Our God and tradition lack not for imagination and creativity. Each must see what is calling in our parishes, classrooms, homes, ministries and more. Words, presence, actions, poli…cies, systemic change, lament, rituals. This is not a task alone for bishops, priests, religious or families. It’s for the entire People of God. This time calls for pruning, uprooting, as well as planting. God is not whispering. God is crying out alongside the people of God. At every level, the Spirit longs to transform.
Different Lenten practices may call as we encounter the Paschal Mystery in this time. We can walk this road, for even as we know Good Friday, we are an Easter people.
St. Paul encourages: “Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labour is not in vain.” (1Cor. 15:58).
Reflection: Maria Cimperman, RSCJ.
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