Developing Good Habits
Earlier this week I watched the “Contemplative Dialogue” around the habit that the congregation hosted and livestreamed. I was unclear what to expect and—perhaps like many of the sisters that tuned-in—felt a tad anxious about how such a charged discussion would go. The group discussion demonstrated a model of interaction and engagement that was inspiring: of respect, diverse expression, articulate sharing, and unity. How wonderful to be a part of this congregation! I watched it with my community, which includes as diverse a set of experiences with the habit as the group of women on the panel. The dialogue was a success in that it stimulated our own conversation on the topic; we shared our experiences, opinions and perspectives about how, when, where, and what the habit can and does represent. While we had our share of differences, there was consensus that the habit is a powerful and complex symbol that has multi-layered meanings to us, as women...