December 5, just thinking
Word for the day: thoughtfulness. 2 meanings: 1. The state of being absorbed in our mind’s trappings 2. Consideration of the needs of others.
I think I need to let go of the absorption of thoughts in order to be considerate of others!
Some of the lovely views along the way! The animals can be viewed on the October 9 post!
Antony, our Aussie Angel, always staying behind to provide encouragement and reconciliation! He helped us believe we could take that next step of the Camino!
Reconciliation: the act of making one belief compatible with another.
In October, the word was reconciliation. I remember the thoughts racing through my mind that day. Somehow remembering my childhood Catholic upbringing; the fear of our Irish priest with a horrible temper. The trepidation at Catechism, hoping not to be called upon, for fear of not answering the questions in absolute rote. And not knowing how Father would respond. Reconciliation with the God fearing church of my childhood and the God loving church I search for in adulthood. Reconciliation with a church that refuses to treat women as equals. A church that continues to silence women from the pulpit. I think I have a long way to go with Catholic reconciliation!
A mural at a school we passed
And, again, our destination, another convent!
Casa de Oracion Haiztur, Eguino
And, finally rest at the end of another long day. The chapel at the convent where we stayed. Great hospitality was provided by the sisters at each convent we stayed!
And, finally rest at the end of another long day. The chapel at the convent where we stayed. Great hospitality was provided by the sisters at each convent we stayed!As I say, the nuns are the lifeblood of the church.
Amen!
Jeez Louise!
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