I went to see a film called the Last Station, which is about one of my new favorite authors and thinkers, Leo Tolstoy. Leo Tolstoy wrote about love, passive resistance, etc in Russia in the early 1900's, an historical era for his country. The film is about, among other things, how his relationship with his wife got in the way of his wanting to give away his riches and literature copyrights to the common people of Russia. The film is great, though I do not think it gives the viewer a good idea of Tolstoy's ideals.
I also went to my first Quaker meeting on Sunday morning with the two girls from the SALT House who frequently attend. I enjoyed the meeting. when I introduced myself as a visitor, I explained that I was from Messiah College and lived with Ali and Katie. My introduction was replied with a unanimous, "Welcome." Only later did I realize that my introduction may have sounded scandalous - me "living" with two girls and all. "That's okay," Katie said. "They are very open people."
The people at the meeting seemed very interested in justice and their community, which you don't find every day in Christian circles. I explained to Ali and Katie that I wouldn't mind attending again but I feel as if being a part of a 95% white congregation is against my conscience. That got us on a good discussion for the rest of the walk back home.
Also, I made mashed potatoes from scratch for the first time for our potluck. everyone seemed to enjoy them, and I enjoyed everyone else's dish too. It is a spiritual discipline to eat with others.
A new week begins.
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