By Ed Cyzewski At the start of the morning work at his monastery, author and monk Thomas Merton made the following observation about the newest members of his Trappist order:
This past Sunday, churches across the globe celebrated Pentecost, the day we as Christians mark the arrival of the Holy Spirit after the death, resurrection and ascension of Christ. As I have considered the significance of this time in history and this moment in ours, I am drawn to a place of reflection, resilience and hope.