Were you paying attention?

Wherever you were last week, I hope you took time to notice the remarkable story of Bubba Watson, the wonder of Spring’s rejuvenation of nature, and most of all the mystery and miracle of Easter. All around us the story of hope was resounding; the reality of rebirth was flowering; and we were reminded once again that there are forces much greater than ourselves at play.

So often – especially as parents – we get hyper-focused on our little world and the daily ups and downs.  We too quickly lose perspective. We blow small things out of proportion. Most importantly, we lose sight of the big picture, the larger story at play – the story in which we are but a part. The Easter story is our story, and the arc of human history is ours.

Our culture makes a big deal of New Years, and I tout the promise of school starting. But is there really any better time than now to put our lives back in perspective and focus on what really matters? In the midst of all of our busy-ness and attempts to foster the illusion that we have control over our lives, is there any better time than now to be reminded of our greater call and purpose? This is the joy and beauty of being a part of Episcopal Day School.  As we do the daily business of school, we are also intentional about staying mindful of God’s will and purpose at work through us. There is something much larger than us – individually and collectively – at work in this place. Are you paying attention?