We will be spending our Easter weekend in Mendoza, Argentina and we wanted to send along a couple of thoughts. First, this year both the Russian Orthodox and Christian feast of Easter fall on the same day (I guess it doesn't happen very often). Also while we were in the Hermitage Museum we saw a painting of St. Christopher carrying the symbolic child Jesus across the river (this St. Christopher keeps popping up throughout our travels). The audio-guide explained the agony, strength and courage depicted on his face. It went on to explain the meaning of the name Christopher ....to carry Christ.
We have been exposed to many different religions and spiritual practices along our journey, from Tenzin and his family making their daily walk to the Buddhist temple, to the call to prayer 5x per day in the Muslim cities, to the acceptance of spiritual healing by the Masai women, and to the lighting of candles within the Russian churches. It seems that no matter what your conviction, be it your faith or religion, your commitment to social justice issues, or your connection to nature and protecting the earth, it takes strength and courage to visibly carry this in our lives, and at the same time allow being carried by those who believe in you.
May you all be blessed with strength and courage this Easter season,
Pat and Deb
Hi Deb and Pat,
ReplyDeleteI love following your adventures! Are you still in Mendoza? We had a wonderful visit there when Hannah was studying there for a semester. Best wineries tour ever with Javier from our B&B Plaza d'italia. Safe travels to you! Sallie