Diversity and Pluriformity
We often overlook the fact that divine presence was first revealed not in a historical moment, but in the very act of creation itself. The universe, with all its complexity, came into existence as a direct embodiment of the divine. We recognize that the human experience of this took on a new depth two thousand years ago, but the divine presence was there long before. Everything in creation reflects this, from the stars to the smallest living creatures. The immense diversity and pluriformity of this creation more perfectly represent God than any one creature alone or by itself. As we face the challenges of today, particularly our shared environmental crisis, we are reminded that our existence is deeply interconnected. Our survival depends on recognizing this truth and living in harmony with one another and the earth.
May we awaken to the eternal presence of Christ
in all creation and live with a deep sense
of unity, simplicity, and sacred purpose.
(inspired by Sarah Augustine, The Land Is Not Empty)
We often think of the Incarnation as something that happened only in Jesus 2,000 years ago. But the truth is, God’s incarnation began with creation itself. From the Big Bang to the stars, animals, and all life, everything has always been a part of the divine plan. Christ has been present from the beginning, and Jesus is the human expression of that cosmic reality. Christ was the very first idea in the mind of God and God has never stopped thinking, dreaming, and creating the Christ. It’s a shift in how we understand God’s presence in the world. The earth we live on, and the challenges we face together, might be what finally unites us. Through recognizing this interconnectedness, we can embrace a simpler, more unified way of living, grounded in a shared sense of the sacred.