Many of these care-givers hardly realize their impact on others' lives. Many, indeed, as they share their gifts with their patients, are carrying heavy burdens of their own. In recent weeks the media has treated the lack of civility in America. All too many Americans have little respect for the person, the opinions, the property of others. Listening, the first act of love, becomes unlikely and dialogue is impossible.
Confrontation destroys communication.
The path to peace is taken over by violence. Drawn from the whole world, they are truly witnesses to peace and civility at its best. The rest of the world would do well to follow their example. The Passionists are offering an opportunity to spend an inspiring summer vacation in the beautiful Appalachian mountains of West Virginia with free room and board. Events seem to rush past us and leave us in a whirlwind.