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Like a Phoenix...

4/17/2019

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As heartbreaking as it was to watch the fire ravage Notre Dame, here are the rays of hope I've come away with in the days since:

This church, home to the Catholic religion in Paris, has been a destination for all people of faith worldwide, welcoming over 13 Million visitors a year. Those pilgrims, whether Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, or Muslim, have found awe and peace in this sacred space because belief is bigger than a building, belief is bigger than how or whom one worships. Like many houses of worship, Notre Dame had an indescribable ability to connect you to your belief in a higher power, a higher purpose, or even a higher calling. And, it will again!

When we work together, we do incredible things, just as the architects, stone masons, and craftspeople did when they first created Notre Dame 850 years ago.  Remember this the next time you grow impatient, remember this the next time you watch the news.  Remember that we are a community...local, state, national, and global.  Each of us has a stake in what we become and our desires for that manifestation should not be at the expense of another community member.

Instead, practice peace.  Practice compassion.  Practice love.  It will be these virtues that will allow us, like the Phoenix, to rise from the ashes.
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Janette Hendricks
4/18/2019 09:34:28 am

So true Dan! Find peace and compassion, bring joy and forgiveness to the day. Rise from the ashes and be the light to others. I so miss your presence in Portland but feel your love!

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Dan Brungardt
4/18/2019 12:20:00 pm

Janette, thank you for the very kind words!

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Jeanie Schuler
4/18/2019 11:05:50 am

Thank you for sharing this beautiful insight, Dan.

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Dan Brungardt
4/18/2019 12:20:46 pm

Thanks, Jeanie...we're all just walking each other home!

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Meef McBride
4/19/2019 06:54:06 am

Those of us who have not been fortunate enough to view Notre Dame Cathedral are so gratified by the pictures and the words of those who have visited Paris. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Dan!

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Dan Brungardt
4/19/2019 11:43:43 am

Happy to do so...it's a beautiful city!

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