Saint
John, New Brunswick
Not Deadbeat
The Vedic
warrior, Bhisma, known for his virility, heroism and saintliness, was honoured
today. On this day, his birthday, we
reflect on his devotional performances which include his renunciation. Yes, the mighty warrior was also a celibate.
Well, I
went off, destined for New Brunswick, and while on the plane, sitting next to
me, was a man who asked about my japa meditation beads. Other questions followed such as: "Why
the colour orange?" and, "Why did you become a Krishna
monk?" Once those initial questions
received their answers, I asked him about what he does?
"I'm
a Catholic priest with a parish in Rothesay." That was my intro to Father Stan.
That was
interesting. From there we got to
sharing common beliefs about the world—the drugs, alcohol, broken homes,
pornography, and the lost souls that lurk.
Also, what about the evangelism?
Is there competition for the older traditions like Catholicism and the
Anglicans? And what about media and its
very negative take on the church re: sexual abuse? He and I both agreed that it's an issue—a
serious one—and has taxed both of our communities. Then he mentioned it's all over the news that
a huge percentage of sports trainers are accused of sexual misconduct with
young trainees.
Wow! What
else about this Kali Yuga, Age of Darkness, madness?
Unfortunately
media rarely speaks of religions who have helped people with their
problems. Another matter. Much work is to be done towards rectification.
By evening,
I had arrived at a wellness centre with the message, "Be upbeat, not
deadbeat!"
May the
Source be with you!
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