Some interesting reflection on the Church and liturgy from today's reading of Mister God...
"He," she said indignantly, pointing an accusing finger, "told me to get off the grass." Anna said (during their walk in the garden).
"Yes," I replied, "you're not supposed to be on this bit of grass."
"But it's the best bit," she said. ...
"Them words that say keep off the grass - them words are like that church we went to this morning."
...
Inside a church Anna danced; it was the best bit. Church services, therefore like the Keep Off the Grass notices, did not allow her to have the best bit.
While rhyme and rhythm are necessary sometimes they do throttle the spontaneity of a lively spirit. Even in religious circles how often we want all our confreres to toe the line (in formation houses especially - I'm sure if my student, Ratna is reading this bit he'd be smiling now!) But it is exactly these 'lose spirits' that bring life and fresh breath to living!
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