Art by HeatherThompson Blue.
Phoenix Art 2020 (Digital Prints)
This Holy Week...vulnerability, love and strength are on my mind.
I'm reminded of St Claire of Assisi's discussion of Jesus as a mirror on the Cross.
She asks, can we look at Jesus suffering in horrific ways without giving into the temptation to look away?
Then she invites us to take the position of the mirror on the cross and look outward at the world. Every person has a perception, but they are looking at a mirror of themselves, not truly SEEING the God-man crucified. Standing in that place, can I allow others to be as they are with their own perceptions in the midst of my own extraordinary vulnerability. This is the work of LOVE.
Some may say that vulnerability is weakness. I used to feel that way too; then I learned in seminary that vulnerability is rooted in strength, and it is essential for authentic courage.
Brene Brown discusses the power of vulnerability in this great interview on 60 Minutes. Enjoy!
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