Is suffering from God? Should we look at it as a gift? Is it a test to see how we react, how we cope?
Or, is it a manifestation of the evil in the world, that attaches itself to us and festers, and tries to drive a wedge between us and the Divine?
I was afflicted eight years ago with a disease that no doctor has been able to diffinitively diagnose or treat. I am still searching for answers, still struggling. It caused a rift in my faith; caused me to doubt.
My search for answers has led to more questions and confusion. I came to the ULC website not knowing what I was wanting, what I was doing. As I read on, I felt compelled to become ordained. I felt like this was a step in the right direction; that I had to do this for myself and for others. The others that are confused, suffering, doubting, searching.... I wanted to be able to reach out and help minister to these people, and maybe through my service to others I would one day find answers myself.
I hope that many of you who read this will share stories, experiences, thoughts, comments.... I look forward to an open dialogue with people from many different faiths and viewpoints. We are all on a personal journey towards the Divine and I can't wait to share in that with you, as I hope you will with me.
