I found this story in the Georgia Bulletin interesting: Deacons’ Ministry Is At World’s Busiest Airport. Two Catholic deacons minister to travelers at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport as part of the Interfaith Airport Chaplaincy. It’s nice to see that the Church makes the effort to be present for people even in places where they might not expect to find her.
And what a powerful witness to have these men in Roman collars visible in the community. One police officer states, “It does me good to see them. They are very approachable. I can go talk to them. They seem genuine, very good people. Just having the guys around has a calming effect.” One manager at the Transportation Security Administration is reported as saying, “I’ve never seen either one of them frown. They really bring a light. You can always count on them.”
This last remark underscores how important the witness of our lives can be to others. Even when we think no one is looking, our attitude and behavior can shine the light of Christ to others. And even if travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson don’t stop to speak to these Deacons, their visible presence in the midst of that hectic environment serves as a reminder to us that God is always with us even as we go about our busy daily lives.
Great story