more peace thoughts from Jean Vanier

[ron ellingson]

So many in our world today are suffering from isolation, war and
oppression. So much money is spent on the construction of armaments.
Many, many young people are in despair because of the danger of nuclear
war. Today as never before, we need communities of welcome; communities
that are a sign of peace in a world of war. There is no point in praying
for peace in the Middle East, for example, if we are not peace-makers in
our own community; if we are not forgiving those in our community who
have hurt us or with whom we find it difficult to live. Young people, as
well as those who are older, are sensitive to this vision of peace. It
must continually be announced so that hearts and minds are nourished.

- Jean Vanier, Community and Growth