The Brutality of Grace

October 19, 2010 by Joseph Susanka

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It is precisely the presence of these "bridge" moments -- moments where God reaches down to remind us of His presence and to raise us up to His level -- that makes films such as The Road worthwhile. They're often brutal, always difficult, and can feel almost relentlessly depressing. But as one catches sight of the Divine even in the midst of this vale of tears, they are gilded with a new and rewarding light.

This piece first appeared at InsideCatholic.com

Joseph Susanka has been doing development work for institutions of Catholic higher education since his graduation from Thomas Aquinas College in 1999. Currently residing in Lander, Wyoming -- "where Stetsons meet Birkenstocks" -- he is a regular blogger and occasional columnist for InsideCatholic.com.

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Joseph Susanka has been doing development work for institutions of Catholic higher education since his graduation from Thomas Aquinas College in 1999. He blogs at Crisis Magazine, where he also contributes feature articles on a variety of topics.

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