Powerful readings today! The Second Reading is from 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 where we hear this revelation : My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness. Sometimes when we struggle we realize that we can only do things through the power of Christ working in us. It is humbling but powerful at the same time.
The Gospel has the above quote in it and the well-known line of "A prophet is not without honour, except in his hometown, and among his own kin, and in his own house." We sometimes do not recognize the power given to us and at other times, others may not recognize that same power. Irony reigns often in life.
Today I had the honour of attending a graduation ceremony of two of the students on my caseload. There were four graduates at this tiny Hutterite school. I knew them since their early school days. I had the opportunity to give a speech to the graduates, their families, and the school staff that had supported them. This community really was inclusive.
During the speeches given by each of the graduates, I caught a glimpse of what they each valued. One spoke of plagarism and procrastination. She surprised me because she is usually quite quiet but she had us all laughing with comments such as deadlines are for a purpose--do NOT hand things in before they are due. Somehow she had been a prophet not recognized for her clever wit prior to this speech. Another spoke of the struggles of school for her. She mentioned how she often felt dumb but admitted she asked many questions because she could not just pretend to know--she needed to know. That wisdom surprised me and the confession about feeling dumb reminded me of my own struggles with school. A third student thanked a litany of people who helped her achieve her success. God's grace is sufficient for all of us and there is much wisdom in knowing this.
Peace,
Suzanne
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