Face-to-Face Visits!

During the past 15 months, in addition to family calls, I called four people on a regular basis.  This was important for me, as I hope it was for them, because our ministry has always been relationship-based.  But a phone call is not as satisfying as a face-to-face visit.  So with great joy I celebrated when I became fully vaccinated.  Now I could have real visits from others who were fully vaccinated.     

Last week I was able to invite two different people to my home. What a thrill it was to prepare lunch for one and breakfast for the other. This is something I have truly missed.  There is something very special about inviting someone to your table, sharing conversation, sharing your home, and being present to one another in a face-to-face visit.  In preparing for my guests’ arrival I try to think of what would be the best way to show I am happy to see them and that I treasure their presence.  This helps me to focus on them and not on myself, helping me to experience and appreciate their goodness as much as possible.  What a gift these visits are!

 

How have you experienced relationships these days?

 

Marie Lucek, OP

Madison, WI