Of Beams and Motes

Writing at Godspy, a French immigrant offers her take on the political divisions in the U.S.:

Instead of entrenching ourselves deeper into opposing sides and blaming the other one for every wrong, I wonder if our faith could be the agent that promotes bridge building and better understanding. I’m pretty sure that’s what Jesus meant when He told us (repeatedly) to love one another. Each side of the political divide needs to pray for discernment, for insight beyond their own limited view, and for God’s mercy. …



Although every election is important, I don’t have to vote today. But what I elect to do today is decisive for my salvation. It’s a test! To grow in love and compassion, to draw serenity from faith, trust from the wisdom of the Church and hope in the mercy of God. I offer this reflection as a call to restrain, an effort toward unity, so we can all work toward the common good—which, in my own worldview, is a pro-life culture in a pro-peace nation.

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