Bridges

June 6th, the first day of the Ignatian Retreat at Plainville promised perfect weather, as well as the collective desire of the community to begin.

The invitation came on Sunday, the 7^th: “Please join the Catholic faithful in a public witness to pray for the soul of George Floyd and the soul of America.”   Should I go? 

Racism is a learned behavior. May we be led through the eyes of a child. (TMS Facebook posting)

Following upon last week’s sharing from those who participated in workshops and webinars, we are offering the comments and reflections of other JPIC Committee members who took part.  It is hoped that these contributions will arouse our interest and lead us to explore the many resources that can help us to respond to the call to care for our planet.

It all started with Covid 19 and the request by the governor of Rhode Island to wear a mask in public. We quickly realized that the paper version we had received at the last doctor’s appointment would not survive a week. This realization led us to the trusty Internet —source of all useful information. There we discovered sewing patterns for face masks that met the governor’s recommendations.

VIRTUAL CONNECTING…

JEAN RABEL, HAITI - Kay Klodin Community

The women at the Atelier in Jean Rabel, have responded to Coronavirus by making masks, which can be washed and used for many a day.

May 24th will mark the 5th anniversary of the publication of Laudato Si, Pope Francis' call to care for our common home. The Holy Father is renewing that call by inviting Catholics everywhere to participate in 'Laudato Si' Week, May 16-24.

VIRTUAL CONNECTING…

WELLESLEY HILLS, MASSACHUSETTS - Marillac and Elizabeth Seton Residences

This parade - a joyful witness to love - happened on at 11:30 on April 28th, as the sisters living in the surrounding area, associates, and coordinating care team formed a car parade to thank the staff and to “visit” the many sisters at the Marillac and Elizabeth Seton Residences.

Our experience during this pandemic is one of feeling cut off from our people, teachers, children, workers and parents in schools and at the parish level ... Yet, there is an experience of spiritual hunger and thirst by our people, particularly during the Holy Week and now at Eastertide.

VIRTUAL CONNECTING… beyond our borders: "How are we living this historical moment?  In fact, what we are living is kind of 'unreal.' "