When I wrote my book, I thought that would be the tough part. Now, I am finding out – that clearly is not the case. For I am inherently rather backward and unambitious. I hoped that I could do a few speaking engagements in front of my Catholic brothers and sisters; maybe some radio interviews with Catholic programs. In short, I wanted to stay in front of a friendly audience. So far, none of those have panned out. Oddly, I have received many invitations from the secular media; most of which I have turned down. Now, I am rethinking my strategy. Over the weekend, and Monday, I was asking the Lord for help and guidance; I heard these two Gospels at Mass on Sunday and Monday (March 10 + 11, 2013,)
Tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to listen to Jesus,
but the Pharisees and scribes began to complain, saying,
“This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.”
but the Pharisees and scribes began to complain, saying,
“This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.”
At that time Jesus left [Samaria] for Galilee.
For Jesus himself testified
that a prophet has no honor in his native place.
For Jesus himself testified
that a prophet has no honor in his native place.
I believe the Lord is calling me to speak to those who need to hear what I have to say. Perhaps these are the lost and misguided souls of the world. I have found, throughout my life, that those things which are uncomfortable and difficult, are precisely the actions the Lord wants me to take. I pray for strength.