The post reflects on moments of connection and awareness, emphasized by the hospice nurse’s comment on dying individuals experiencing “gifts” of lucidity. It recounts an unexpected encounter with a police chief who offered free pumpkins, celebrating life’s simple pleasures. The author highlights the importance of appreciating these moments, both in life and through faith, as they carry significance beyond death.
Joseph Stoutzenberger, Ph.D., is a Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies at Holy Family University in Philadelphia.
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