Today, I know I will be watching alongside many Catholics for white smoke as the Conclave begins. I trust that the Holy Spirit is truly at work, but I know that I also feel trepidation at the uncertainty of what is ahead.
Today is also the day a post of mine on seeking joy, a post I wrote on the day I learned of Pope Francis’ passing, came out over at IgnatianSpirituality.com. Rereading it reminds me that God is always at work, and my heart can be awakened to joy and hope if I let it… even with something as simple as picking up some flowers and donuts on a random morning.
Here is an excerpt:
“The morning I finished writing this post was the morning I found out that Pope Francis had passed away. I was on my way to the store for a belated Easter Monday flower purchase after a busy holiday weekend, and I heard the news. Tears sprang to my eyes, and I could feel my spirit quaking a bit with trepidation over what might happen without his constant voice urging mercy and hope in a world already so divided. Wiping the tears from my eyes, I parked my car and walked inside. The scent of Easter lilies filling the flower section greeted me almost instantly, and my spirit was once again awakened to the presence of God’s creation all around. Despite my grief, my heart was filled with joy.”
You can read the rest here: https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/seeking-joy/
May the joy of the Easter season be yours today as we wait in hope for what God has in store.
