04.21.2025 | Monday in Eastertide

The clouds are thick, and the skies are dark over the Carondelet Garden on the Monday in Easter.  The clouds should stick around all morning, but we may see some sunshine in the afternoon.  The clouds are reflective of our hearts this Easter Monday.

It is a sad day for our world as we mourn the loss of Pope Francis.  He was an imperfect man in an imperfect age trying to what was right for an imperfect church.  No matter your opinion of the big "C" Catholic Church, Pope Francis brought a love of the marginalized to the forefront. He put forward welcoming the stranger as a fundamental mission of the Church.  He also championed the care for our planet.  Rest in peace good and faithful servant.  You inspired many, infuriated others, and left a legacy of love.  Gaudate et Exsultate!

"May you live in interesting times."  So goes the ancient curse.  We certainly are living in interesting times.  Today, I am praying for strength.  I am praying for wisdom.  I am praying for Faith and Hope.  I am praying for love.  Today we mourn.  Tomorrow, we go back to work.  We remember to Rejoice and Be Glad!  Gaudate et Exsultate!