Let us take a moment to recall that we are in God’s presence.
Today I would like to use a quotation from Pierre Teilhard de Chardin on the topic of pioneers. He is speaking about all human beings, and it can apply in particular to this Senate and to all the people of California. He says:
“We are called to be pioneers –
Pioneers who stand on the edge of great beginnings, of unseen futures –
Pioneers filled with unwarranted confidence that visions give –
Pioneers whose eyes and ears are elsewhere, who hear an echo of possibilities as music poised to enter the universe.
The movement forward, if it is to continue, will not happen by itself. The steps that must be taken can be summarized in five words: A GREAT HOPE IN COMMON. The future is in our hands.”
Loving God, Holy Mystery, we thank You for the energy within us that drives us toward creativity and wholeness. May our hearts be ever more hopeful as we work to create that beloved community where all can enjoy the thrill of forging life and love on our precious earth habitat. We ask this in Your name.─ AMEN
(Adapted from William Cleary, We Side with the Morning, 2009)
