Good morning, dear readers: This morning the writings of Matthew Fox spring to mind. Each morning as I drink my coffee, pet my kitty, read the newspaper, etc., I also find my eyes wandering through the titles of the books on the shelf. There is one shelf that holds about 20 or so books by this esteemed writer/priest. I was introduced to him by Dr. Rocco Errico in the late '80s, when I attended his "Church of Daily Living" in Irvine, CA. The particular recommendation at that time was "The Coming of the Cosmic Christ". What a revelation to read his words of inclusion. "Kingdom/Queendom of God" particularly caught my attention. Just about knocked me off my chair, to be honest. The next book purchased as "Original Blessing" which created quite a stir in the Vatican. His very first book "Whee! We, wee" drew a strong reprimand from then Cardinal Ratzinger (forgive me if I have misspelled his name - he is now Pope Benedict). A couple of books later and Matt was silenced by the Vatican for a year. He spent that time traveling among the indigenous peoples of South America. Some years later, he left the Dominicans and is now an Episcoplian Priest. His life story is chronicled in "Confessions of a Post-Modern Priest". Please do give his writings a thoughtful read. It is time well spent!
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