Oscar Romero was martyred by gunshot while celebrating mass on March 24, 1980. Through his teachings and those who tirelessly continue his struggle for economic, political and social justice, Romero’s spirit lives on, “Peace is not the product of terror or fear. Peace is not the silence of cemeteries. Peace is not the silent result of violent repression. Peace is the generous, tranquil contribution of all to the good of all. Peace is dynamism. Peace is generosity. It is right and it is duty.”
Hope is the sensation that the last word does not belong to the brutality of
facts with their oppression and repression. It is the suspicion that reality is
far more complex than realism would have us believe, that the frontiers of
the possible are not determined by the limits of the present, and that,
miraculously and surprisingly, life is readying the creative event that will
open the way to freedom and resurrection. (Rubem Alves)
Welcome to the begining of our exploration of Life… life, in all its newness, complexity, adventure, danger, and challenge. i invite all to engage in meaningful reflections on issues that engage us on a day to day basis, I welcome in particular those interested in making faith and life connections about the great life/death adventure that we are all engaged in.
