Father Ladislaus Orsy, S.J. visited Mepkin March 6 – March 15, 2015
Returning to share his wisdom with us at Mepkin, Father Ladislaus Orsy, S.J. arrived on March 6th the afternoon that we ended our retreat. In arranging the visit, Fr. Orsy offered to be of service to the community during his time at Mepkin and the abbot asked Father Orsy to speak to the men in formation and to lead several chapters for the entire community.
Father Ladislaus Orsy, S.J.
In open discussions with the postulants and juniors, Father Orsy responded to questions, weaving in teaching on quite a number of theological subjects. Always drawing them to appreciate the moment in church history where we find ourselves, he made many references to the Second Vatican Council and the richness to be found in the documents of the Council.
The style of the chapters echoed that of the sessions with the men in formation. In conversation, questions were raised or Father Orsy Orsy was asked to comment on some particular area in the life of the Church. Mention was made of an emphasis on mercy in the teaching of Pope Francis and his two predecessors. Collaboration among the members in the Body of Christ is a very important as we go forward. The work of bishops as they call and guide God’s People to embrace their full dignity through baptism was mentioned. And the matter of understanding the ways in which the Holy Spirit is at work in the present time summoning us to live fully and deeply our faith in God.
The Mepkin community is grateful to Father Orsy for making time to be with us and offer us insight from own faith and life in the church.
