It has been quite a while since my last update. I wish that I was more consistent with blogging, but it has taken the "back-burner" as of late. I promised pictures of the whole process of my last icon, so here they are in reverse order:
I also started a new icon which is going to be far more difficult than the last one, but hopefully even more rewarding. It is an original image inspired by my former spiritual director and written by Brother Claude, OSB. It's an image of Mary giving the stole of the priesthood to John. Here are the first stages:
How is life, you ask? Very busy! We were blessed as a seminary to be able to go to Saint Damien's canonization in Rome, which was wonderful. I couldn't possibly talk about it all here with the time I have left, but it was truly a week of grace and rest. I also got to spend some quality time with my diocesan brother and my dad, which was most welcome. Rome is always wonderful to visit.
In other exciting news, I will be installed as an acolyte on December 8th. This is the "second phase" of 4 on the road to priesthood. After that, it will be candidacy, then diaconate. Time flies so quickly! Please pray for my growth in humility and a desire for service as I approach this awesome ministry at the altar of God.
I will also be coming home for Christmas! Those of you who are in Oregon, look me up if you're around. As always, I love hearing from you. Until next time, blessings from Belgium!
