Well, we've continued to meet approximately twice monthly, although with a month break over Easter during which all the group attended a Passover meal alongside some 40+ others of all ages - a great time of celebration and food.
One of our number has embarked upon a two year working trip with VSO to Cameroon and in the weeks prior to departure she was able to share in the group some of the hurt experienced via friends and family who questioned her decision to go.
'How could she leave her twin granddaughters aged 1 and grandson aged 4 and a daughter-in-law who could do with help?' ' Was it not fulfilling enough to have a husband and family here?' 'What about the dangers and risks involved with nursing AIDS sufferers?' 'What's wrong with Britain anyway...'
All serious questions, but no real understanding of her need to do this, as part of her life's journey. Our roles so often impose cultural restrictions that can stifle 'the abundant life'.
As a group, we hope to keep in touch with her once she can establish a blog or email; interestingly, although for the purposes of the MA this blog concludes and is presented shortly, all the women want to keep on meeting together and taking the spirituality discussions further.
It is just possible that we are in the beginnings of an emerging church conversation. I find that thought both stimulating and exciting. So watch this space - there may be more posts in future!
Sunday, 4 May 2008
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