The three aspects of every vocation: listening, discerning, and living

[Colin]

“Nowadays listening is becoming more and more difficult, immersed as we are in a society full of noise, overstimulated and bombarded by information… This prevents us from pausing and enjoying the taste of contemplation, reflecting serenely on the events of our lives, going about our work with confidence in God’s loving plan, and making a fruitful discernment.”

Pope Francis releases message for 2018 World Day of Vocations - Vatican Radio

 

[Grace2022]

“Nowadays listening is becoming more and more difficult, immersed as we are in a society full of noise, overstimulated and bombarded by information… This prevents us from pausing and enjoying the taste of contemplation, reflecting serenely on the events of our lives, going about our work with confidence in God’s loving plan, and making a fruitful discernment.”

Pope Francis releases message for 2018 World Day of Vocations - Vatican Radio

I agree. I crave periods of quiet and silence daily. I hate the mindless clamour of this world. Foolish empty television, especially the endless advertising. I switch it off, do my chores and have time to think and silently pray. Quiet is essential. I drive in silence as it is an ideal opportunity to pray.