Slowing…Waiting…Listening
by allansanalysis
>The last few weeks for me have been about slowing, waiting, and listening. In many ways this period has been forced upon me; for a man of action and sustained planning, there is something humbling about being told you are going to spend six days in hospital for tests and treatments ‘to find out what ails ye’, and that there is nothing you can do to ‘fix’ it. Indeed, the evening I was admitted to hospital I was launching an initiative at our parish that I been planning months for, and there was going to be a full house waiting there for me.
The parish activity went on as planned, with my overseer filling in; my high school classes have been taught by a very competent young supply teacher; my Chaplaincy duties tick full steam ahead and things flourish there as well. The professional world of Del has moved on for a short time without him! This is humbling, yes, but for some reason great news to me!
I’ve found that in the work place and in my ministry related endeavours, I am replaceable; I am expendable. In my marriage and in my commitment to family, I am not replaceable. Marianne and I have been praying about what God is teaching me (us) through this experience and, through the potential experiences that may lie ahead.
This morning I meet with my ‘spiritual director’ in Toronto for our regularly scheduled appointment. We will discuss where God is leading. I do rest assured, that God is leading!
Peace
>Del, this unexpected and unsought 'detour' on the path of your life is no surprise to God, and He will bring you all the gold that is to be mined from this experience. You and Marianne are always in the thoughts, prayers and love of your family!!!Wijke