We were hijacked from our homes, work and normal routine to learn more about ourselves, about growing into adulthood, thanks to you Father Mike! It was good enough that you took us from infancy all the way through Purgatory and even with a glimpse of Heaven, especially over the controversial sexless or sexful future. You helped us to look into our introjections, at our mother and father's voice and to better understand ourselves today. There were moments of chaos when you highlighted the feminine and masculine traits, and you are certainly coming back again, because you have yet to complete this masculine-feminine debate... You also caused a stir when you told us to come as we are, especially on issues about our dress code going to Church.
These three days of intense and symbiotic encounter with you were rich and secured because you were there to explain and guide us in our inner search. But the time has come now that we will be separated as we begin the dark night of our journey. Rest assured Father, Do not be afraid!
We hope to remain steadfast in prayer even during these reversals of life.
In case we do not meet again on earth, we may meet you in purgatory, or as some of us are rather apprehensive, meet you in Heaven...
By: Sr. Josephine Sim
