I grew up Catholic in the 50's (I'm 77), and there's a lot not to like about the Catholic Church and 2000 years of, well, crust. Pope Francis tried hard, but I'm not sure how much he managed to scrape off. May I suggest a book by Brian McLaren: A New Kind of Christianity. It's really thought-provoking. (And if you want to REALLY go out on a limb, look for something to read about Mary Magdalene!) Blessings.
I love your effort and self questioning. One thing I ask myself in those challenging situations is "Do I want to be right? or do I want to connect?" This has helped me prioritize what's really important, just as you have in your efforts.
I so appreciate your post and your self reflection and self awareness. We need to fight the good fights but respect our energy reserves and work to engage from our wisest Selves (divine energy/loving awareness/essential goodness) as much as possible. That way we place our energy where it has the most benefit and we confront injustice from a space of peace and groundedness. Same arguments, focused energy. IMHO.
It’s not possible to do it all the time. What an amazing world it would be if we all committed to that same path.
Following all you do with a real hope for our future. 🇨🇦🥰
I grew up Catholic in the 50's (I'm 77), and there's a lot not to like about the Catholic Church and 2000 years of, well, crust. Pope Francis tried hard, but I'm not sure how much he managed to scrape off. May I suggest a book by Brian McLaren: A New Kind of Christianity. It's really thought-provoking. (And if you want to REALLY go out on a limb, look for something to read about Mary Magdalene!) Blessings.
Actually, this was Cecilia writing. My husband and I share a paid subscription to your essays.
I love your effort and self questioning. One thing I ask myself in those challenging situations is "Do I want to be right? or do I want to connect?" This has helped me prioritize what's really important, just as you have in your efforts.
I so appreciate your post and your self reflection and self awareness. We need to fight the good fights but respect our energy reserves and work to engage from our wisest Selves (divine energy/loving awareness/essential goodness) as much as possible. That way we place our energy where it has the most benefit and we confront injustice from a space of peace and groundedness. Same arguments, focused energy. IMHO.
It’s not possible to do it all the time. What an amazing world it would be if we all committed to that same path.
Following all you do with a real hope for our future. 🇨🇦🥰