“Perhaps peace is not, after all, something you work for, or ‘fight for.’ It is indeed ‘fighting for peace’ that starts all the wars. What, after all, are the pretexts of all these Cold War crises, but ‘fighting for peace?’ Peace is something you have or do not have. If you are yourself at peace, then there is at least some peace in the world. Then share your peace with everyone, and everyone will be at peace.” ~ Thomas Merton

On this Sunday, as you reflect, think about the root of fear in your life. How did it come about? What can you do about it? Where do you find peace? And most importantly, when do you start sharing the peace you found with others?