Sublime

that does not mean that the church has no overseers or teachers.

biblioasis Windsor, Ontario

He told the story of a known sinner who was excommunicated and banned from entering the church. In desperation the man turned to God. “Lord, they won’t allow me in because I’m a sinner.” “What are you moaning about?” God replied. “They won’t let me in either!”

He had a kindly face, it was handsome underneath the weathering, it had been strong before the sagging. His eyes were a clear, bother-free blue and his hair was a neat crown of curls, white and tight as lambs’ fleece.

“Monsieur Mayor,” said the bishop, “I am in this world to care not for my life, but for souls.”