We stand on the threshold of a new millennium. But already the spell of the year 2000 affects our decade. It hastens technological innovation, mandates political reform, and compels thoughtful servants of Christ to reevaluate priorities.
Optimists look ahead to the close of the decade and predict spiritual revival.
Pessimists foresee the Church increasingly under siege. Still others review the astonishing political events that ushered in the 90's and are afraid. The only certainty we face is the fact of global change. We see change as an ally guiding us to new and fruitful ministries. We pray for alertness and flexibility to wisely establish priorities which will enable us to maximize every new opportunity.