Readers are most likely familiar with prodigious WWII naval bombardments and the destruction intended ashore. Numerous Pacific Theatre battles may come to mind as the Allies recovered lost islands and territories into August 1945.
However, D-Day's thunderous salvoes sent into Normandy on June 6, 1944 may come more easily to mind. I recently watched The Longest Day again thinking about terrible destruction, death, shock and deafness intended for coastal defenders. It consumed every fiber of their being. How could it not?
It got me to thinking about the minute by minute bombardment consuming us daily. What is it doing to us? Why do we allow it --- such as?
Overdoing texting, emailing, social media, screen time at and off of work, video games, addictions, pursuit of experiences, television, workaholic and/or newsaholic behaviors, too busy for interaction with family and friends, the disappearance of quiet time and more. How about allowing cell phones to disturb family chow time, sleep or precious unrecoverable time with our children/grandchildren?
My Marketing Director, Michael, tells a story about an ice skating practice. He sat in the stands watching his child skate. His cell phone was intentionally someplace else so he could be in the moment with his offspring. However, a nearby mom was immersed constantly on a cell phone. Her daughter then had an issue with a skate. The mom did not hear multiple pleas for mom's help because screen time was more important. Michael soon got the mom's attention.
One more thing as Easter nears. The most important negative dynamic is....
There is insufficient silence for us to hear the voice of Jesus in many different ways.
"And get to know me."
"Come and follow me."
It's Time To Go Home.
Every Blessing and Happy Easter Everyone!
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CLOSING REMARKS WHICH MAY APPLY FOR YOU
It’s Time To Come Home Whether You
· Retired from the Catholic or your Faith tradition (Understandable)
· Have remained home since Covid (You aren’t alone)
· Want to learn about Catholicism (Founded 2,000 years ago in the year 33)
· Hear an almost silent voice inviting you (Saying come)
· Aren’t sure, distrustful, hurt, don't believe or too busy (Come anyway)
· Think Catholicism is unbiblical (It is scripturally biblical)
Don’t think you are welcome (You Are Welcome!)
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