Journal of Sacred Work

Days 14-15 We Are The Ones

Note: Reflection by Liz Sorensen Wessel

The Work of Christmas Begins

The recent election has magnified a great chasm that seems to separate us one from another. Collectively as well as individually we bear witness to the best and the worst in ourselves. We live in a time of ambiguity. Conflicting motivations challenge our values resulting in the moral distress of  ethical dilemmas. The immensity of the world's problems makes it tempting to abdicate our responsibility and hide our heads in the sand. Unfortunately, this response has contributed to the current state of our nation.

Each generation is called to persevere to protect a sacred trust; the freedoms of a democracy earned through great sacrifice and passed on to us from our forefathers and mothers. More than ever, we recognize we have been entrusted with a precious gift. Up until now we may have thought others would take care of the issues that confront us. We ask ourselves, what can I do? I am only one person. How can I  make a difference? It is all too much.

We all have differing gifts. The work begins at the center of our core, at the molecular level that has far reaching effects on the whole. We may feel powerless but we are enough, here and now. We are all that is needed.

What are you passionate about? Where does your heart call you? If you are still not sure, listen within and the Holy Spirit, or your inner voice, will guide you.

These words by the late, Margaret Mead still inspire,  “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."

That is us friends; it is our turn to step up.

 The Ones We Have Been Waiting For 
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You have been telling the people,
That this is the eleventh hour.
Now, you must go and tell the people,
That THIS is the hour,
And there are things to be considered.

Where are you living? What are you doing?
What are your relationships?
Are you in the right relationship?
Where is your water?
Know your garden …

It is time to speak your truth.
Create your community,
Be good to each other.
Do not look outside yourself for a leader.

There is a river flowing now very fast,
It is so great and swift.
That there are those who will be afraid,
They will try to hold onto the shore.
They will feel they are being pulled apart,
And will suffer greatly.

Understand that the river knows its destination,
The elders say we must let go of the shore.
Push off into the middle of the river,
Keep our eyes open and our heads above water.

And I say; see who is in there with you,
Hold fast to them and celebrate!

At this time in history,
We are to take nothing personally.
Least of all, ourselves!
For the moment we do,
Our spiritual growth and journey comes to an end.
The time of the Lone Wolf is over!

Gather yourselves!
Banish the word ‘struggle’ from your attitude and vocabulary.
All that we do now must be done,
In a sacred manner and in celebration.

We are all about to go on a journey,
We are the ones we have been waiting for!

-Thomas Banyacya Sr. (1910-1999);
Speaker of the Wolf, Fox and Coyote Clan
Elder of the Hopi Nation

Each and every one of us is needed. We are the ones.

 Liz  Sorensen Wessel

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4 responses to “Days 14-15 We Are The Ones”

  1. Terry Chapman Avatar
    Terry Chapman

    This is be one of my favorite posting in your Journal, Chip! We must indeed identify and use our gifts. Start by asking yourself, when and what have I done in my life that made me feel very happy and that I did very well? Write it down and try to create 2-3 examples.
    Then look at what you’ve written; circle the action verbs: made; built, designed; consoled; taught; calculated; arranged, and ask yourself from your heart–and others who know you from their mind’s eye what they think you’d be good at doing–and move in the direction of doing those things for they constitute your God-given abilities or gifts! They may lead you to paid employment or informal situations which could use your assistance.
    I have helped many people over the years identify their gifts this way and to feel affirmed and/or identify new ways to use them to help others. Try it and you may be very surprised. We all have special God-given gifts, yes all of us!

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    Maureen McDermott

    “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Liz, your words are ever so encouraging. How aware we are of people like yourself who make a huge difference in the lives of people every day. May the people of the USA know that they are held in the loving arms of God as they transition into this time of new leadership.

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  3. ~liz Wessel Avatar
    ~liz Wessel

    Thanks Terry, how helpful to learn about the process you have outlined in discerning our heart’s passion and the God given gifts that help to guide our path.

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    ~liz Wessel

    Thank you Maureen, I embrace your blessing prayer and offer it up as well. Amen

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