Lent has always been a time for me of taking on rather than giving up something. I try to take on something that involves giving to others, e.g., a charity, helping a friend or neighbor. At All Saints’ and on the Outer Banks, we’re involved in so many aspects of giving to our church family and the community that I find myself wondering if there is something else I need to do.
As part of a small study group on faith development for several years, I have been exploring my faith and how I am part of the greater universe. The group has helped me grow spiritually in so many ways. Being mindful of the spirit of the Creator within me, being in the moment with that spirit rather than ignoring it by planning and doing lots of busy work, seeing the spirit in the beauty around me – all are things I will focus on this year.
Who am I? Why do I get so caught up in the busyness of this world? Wondering which way to turn next. I get confused about what’s important. But I am one with the spirit, the Creator - when I take time to listen to a voice from my soul often forgotten.
And when rediscovered, I fly with wings of freedom past old frustrations with power to exist each moment. Alive! Breathing with the universe.
Carole Kimmel
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