Expectation

By Bonnie Kearney, RSCJ

We, too, young, and old, Are waiting to give birth, Are waiting to recognize the Birth that changed everything, Are waiting. Shall we not seek each other, Recognize the new life in each one, Bless it and rejoice that we are blessed. We do not need to wait to do this.

But perhaps the most important and characteristic element of all four welcoming communities is a delight in table fellowship. In some cases, the young people bring parts of the meal. At other times, all share a meal prepared by the core members of the community for their guests. The sharing of food is always preceded or followed by prayerful reflection on some topic of concern to the participants: It might be some aspect of the liturgical year, a reflection on welcoming the stranger or on nonviolence. But it is always heartfelt and nourishing.

Are you a young person or do you know a young person in these areas who may be interested in participating in our welcoming community programs or offerings? We’d love to hear from you!

Visit rscj.org/welcoming-communities to get in contact and get involved.

Something new is coming. We, together, today, now Dream in expectation and Act to bring it about.

(dream-now-act)