I always have admired St. Paul and his inspired service to Christians and non-Christians alike. One of the readings this week at Mass related one of my favorite episodes in his life. He was with the Greeks, saw that they had a statue to "The Unknown God" (kinda a catch-all for neglected divinities that might get offended). Paul took advantage of the opportunity and preached to them the true identity of the Unknown God--the Christian God who created the heavens and earth.
In our modern American society, Christ is again becoming an "Unknown God." In a video-taped study I saw recently, an analyst showed young children pictures of George Washington, Ronald McDonald, and Jesus. A few knew who George Washington was, all of them named Ronald McDonald instantly, none of them could identify Jesus. So sad. I want to give people an opportunity to meet the Unknown God or to develop their knowledge of and relationship with Him. Ergo, I'm off to two years with FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) to introduce people, through the grace of God, to the Unknown God and to show them the joy found in a life dedicated to Him. Please pray for me and I'll keep you updated!
God bless you all!
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Awesome idea for the name. You are in my prayers. Do you have a specific prayer you'd like us to pray for you? I think that would be a nice way to link us to you and each other. Pray for us as well!!
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