Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." With the inclusion of ALL people, (not just the "intelligent"), especially the least favored, and the focus on making Jesus known and loved, this statement closely parallels the Mission of Central Catholic, "to make Jesus known and loved, to educate the whole person and to serve others, especially the least favored". It adds a few specifics on how to make the world a better place, simple things...all within the reach of each one of us. Let us look at them and ask ourselves what can we do today to live this mission and make the circle of our world "a better place" and this day a success.
Bro. Rene
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