Last night I received word via email that I would be required to attend a third liturgical practicum this first semester at St. Tikhons. Although the aim of this workshop is necessary for the development of the future Deacon or Priest, liturgical order and the compilation of service material, my first reaction was defensive frustration and anger. As first year seminary students our case load is large and when paired with a busy liturgical schedule there doesn't seem to be any breathing room. After the anger subsided I was able to see the wisdom in it, even though the timing seems harsh. Once again, humility is the most necessary charism for a seminary student.
Onward, Christian soldiers, marching as to war,
With the Cross of Jesus going on before.
I am in boot-camp.
Pray for me,
Theophan
You gotta find endurance you didn't know you had son.
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