What I wish I had said in the book [Falling Upward] is that part of the attraction of conservative religions, such as Mormonism, Mennonite, Amish, groups we would consider very traditional, is that they actually do the first half of life very well. They are often very happy people.
Richard RohrOne wonders how far spiritual and political leaders can genuinely lead us without some degree of mystical seeing and action.
Richard RohrChristianity is seen by more and more people as a negative message: anti gay, anti immigrant, anti abortion (as the only life issue), anti gay marriage, anti the Democratic party.
Richard RohrBecause I am a part of the Big Picture, I do matter and substantially so. Because I am only a part, however, I am rightly situated off to stage rightโand happily so. What freedom there is in such truth! We are inherently important and included, yet not burdened with manufacturing or sustaining that private importance. Our dignity is given by God, and we are freed from ourselves!
Richard Rohr