I had felt a lull, that many things had already been addressed and there was no need to write anymore. For the first time in about three months I feel the urge to write. Although I am not going to be wondering through Africa, I am still wondering through this deeply fascinating time we live in. There are many things not being said right now and there are many things that I personally want to flesh out or push out into the open. More conversations need to be had. Alas...These Things Go Round!
A first taste… I have recently been comforted that I’m not alone. When I first heard the news that Bin Laden had been killed, I breathed sigh of relief for all those who have lost so much at the hands of this man. But as I watched the spontaneous celebrations unfold across the country I felt wrong.
This time was different though. I didn’t need to articulate why I feel as a Christian it is wrong to celebrate the death of an evil person, many other folks have done so already. Even the good old Vatican’s statement was full of hope,
“In the face of a man’s death, a Christian never rejoices, but reflects on the serious responsibilities of each person before God and before men, and hopes and works so that every event may be the occasion for the further growth of peace and not of hatred”
As several others have spoken up, it’s been good to feel a sense of camaraderie that I’m not alone in my convictions. It brings me hope that a greater transition to love is occurring.
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