I usually post this on Epiphany. It is the day I received the news that Art had passed.
Fr. Art died on January 5 – during the Epiphany season – the feast of the manifestation of Christ to the world. This Christ was the light sent by God to break the darkness of oppression, prejudice and injustice. It is for us as followers of Jesus to be that light so that the glory of God will shine forth. Each of us, through our common baptism, has been anointed and sent forth. Each of us is to bring liberty and freedom to those who are imprisoned one way or another. Each of us is to be an agent of hope to those weighed down by despair – or who have grown cynical because of indifference.I miss him every day. And, this may seem odd to some, he is the reason I am a Baptist pastor. Posted by tripp at January 6, 2006 09:24 AM
Rest in peace, Art.
Posted by: Megan at January 6, 2006 11:43 AM