Belonging to the communion of saints means being connected with all
people transformed by the Spirit of Jesus. This connection is deep and
intimate. Those who have lived as brothers and sisters of Jesus continue
to live within us, even though they have died, just as Jesus continues
to live within us, even though he has died.
We live our lives in memory of Jesus and the saints, and this
memory is a real presence. Jesus and his saints are part of our most
intimate and spiritual knowledge of God. They inspire us, guide us,
encourage us, and give us hope. They are the source of our constant
transformation. Yes, we carry them in our bodies and thus keep them
alive for all with whom we live and work.
Henri Nouwen
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