The Presence of our Ancestors
“I am tired, and so, I stop to breathe in the continued presence of our ancestors. Their example fills me spiritually, emotionally, and physically.”
Josie Diebold is a graduate of Canisius College (2009) and a former Jesuit Volunteer (Houston 09-10, Syracuse 10-11). She is currently a PhD student at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work and is also a member of the leadership team for Buffalo, NY’s chapter of Showing Up for Racial Justice. Josie enjoys being an aunt to three awesome kiddos and doing cross fit, in addition to running, swimming, and biking (all very slowly).
“I am tired, and so, I stop to breathe in the continued presence of our ancestors. Their example fills me spiritually, emotionally, and physically.”
In Sunday’s second reading, St. Paul speaks of boasting of our affliction. As I read his words, I wonder, what does this mean for our national afflictions?
During this time of awaiting the birth of our radical God, take time to get anchored in your vision in your work for a more just world.
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