Fr. Eric Nicolai preached this meditation to a group of young men at Ernescliff College in Toronto, on December 9, 2023. The Gospel of Mark 10, 17-31 tells the account of the young man who presented himself to Jesus and asked what he must do to obtain eternal life. A challenging exchange ensued. To dig into this, we must have a deep understanding of what a vocation is. Here&#39;s one definition: &quot;The vocation is the providential thought of the Creator for each creature, it is his idea-plan, like a dream found in God&#39;s heart, because the creature is found in his heart. God the Father wants this to be different and specific for each living person.&quot;
Music: Komm, süsser Tod, BWV 478, Guitar arrangement by Bert Alink.
Thumbnail: Cyprien Tanguay (1819-1902) portrait by Antoine Plamondon, painted c. 1832, Quebec, Canada.

The Vocation to Opus Dei

When Job sees God he accepts God&apos;s plan and submits to his judgment.  In this life, our vision of God is always indirect and partial.  &quot;We see through a mirror dimly.&quot; It takes thus faith to trust in God&apos;s plan and his providence especially when things are difficult or go against us.  In this life, faith in God&apos;s promises substitutes for sight especially in moments when it is hard for us to understand God&apos;s ways. <a href='https://comeawaybyyourselves.com'>https://comeawaybyyourselves.com</a>

Walking by Faith

Jesús empieza su predicación hablando de la cercanía del Reino, y termina siendo llamado rey por Pilato, por los soldados romanos y por el buen ladrón. Jesús nos envía a expandir su Reino, a trabajar en su viña. El horizonte de nuestro apostolado no tiene límites: todos los hombres de todos los tiempos. San Josemaría nos desea la chifladura divina del celo por las almas.