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At first I felt lost with Eugene’s reference to the Bishop of Juliopolis, however I found the answers I needed using Google and so was able to return to the offerings and inspirations that I am so used to finding here in this place with the words of Eugene’s letter to Fr. Guigues.
The words “open to the will of God” come to me as I recognize Eugene’s quandary in wanting to approve the start of a new mission that would help in the evangelization of “the whole of North America by serving in the diocese of Quebec, Montreal, Kingston and Red River” requested by Fr. Guigues.
The compass given to guide this new venture was no less than the Holy Spirit and I am reminded of the words from the OMI Rule of Life: “To seek out new ways for the Word of God to reach their hearts often calls for daring… Awareness of our own shortcomings humbles us, yet God’s power makes us confident as we strive to bring all people – especially the poor – to full consciousness of their dignity as human beings and as sons and daughters of God.” C8.
“God’s power makes us confident…” Last night I went to bed asking God to show me the way to completing my paper and once again Eugene de Mazenod, his words and writings have led me to where I need to be. “Open to the will of God” with the Holy Spirit, Eugene and Guigues being my compass in my ongoing journey of life.
I smile as I look at my first words of feeling lost and realise how I have been led, step-by-step as I begin this new day. The essence of Constitution 8: daring humility and trust leading me in the direction I need today and tomorrow.
I am filled with gratitude.