13 West – Open Bible
Wilson Chaney – Donor
This panel depicts a ribboned book, and is titled the “Open Bible.” There is a green ribbon, marking the time of creation. There is a red ribbon, marking the time of redemption. One is struck by the blank pages presented us.
Throughout history, God has invited humans to collaborate in the world. So what about us? Have we also been invited to collaborate with God? Yes, in each and every moment of our own lives. God has a plan for tomorrow and part of his plan is to write through us, through our words and actions. What “yes” is he inviting of us? Who is in need of a kind word or gesture? How does he desire his light to be spread through our choices and actions? How can we collaborate with God in his great plan to create to bring all of creation to fullness of life?
The angel said to Mary, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be holy; he will be called Son of God. And now, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son; and this is the sixth month for her who was said to be barren. For nothing will be impossible with God.” Then Mary said, “Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her. —Luke 1:35-38