Embarking on Sabbatical
A Sabbatical is a time for rest and renewal. I am very grateful to have the opportunity to go on a sabbatical from July 25 to November 15.
In preparation for it, I have been reflecting on what a great gift it is. I feel called to be open to God’s Holy Spirit so I might become more aware of how God delights in surprising us. I feel compelled to carry in my heart a prayer of St. Francis: “Who are you oh, God? And who am I?” It’s a very simple but profound prayer.
This journey will take me to southern Colorado on an 11-day vision quest, a psycho-spiritual adventure. Afterward, I will drive to Chicago and fly to Italy where I will participate on two pilgrimages, one titled, “A Soul’s Journey into God” and the other, “Franciscan Solitude.” My heart jumps as I think of being back in the homeland of St. Francis and St. Clare – our home! Praise God!
The last part of this journey will bring me to New Mexico for a six-week sabbatical program.
My hope and desire is to be open and ready to experience the surprise that God has for me. I hope to be renewed and return with a new heart and a fresh start. I will be carrying you all in my heart as I wander with God. Please keep me in your prayers.
Peace, Br. Joe Kotula
Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 12:42PM
Reader Comments (2)
Sounds wonderful Joe! Enjoy all that special time with the God of Peace.
Traveling mercies ... Wow! Keeping u in prayer ...