Recollecting on the mission

This weekend was devoted to our November Day of Recollection. Brother Nathan spoke of and moderated a discussion upon the mission of our community both toward the People of God as well as to ourselves. We mentioned such things as the need to minister to the poor, continue to support our educational institutions, strengthen community life, be examples of Christian living, and work to attract vocations. We also celebrated Carlo's birthday with a brunch and a fruit flan. Now I sit in mourning over Notre Dame's loss. Ah, the humanity!