Obstacles on life’s journey lead us closer to God

Kay Winchester writes that unexpected life obstacles, ranging from minor delays to major health diagnoses, require people to move through difficulties rather than avoid them.

In an article for the Diocese of Burlington, Winchester compares these challenges to the obstacles encountered in the children's book "We're Going on a Bear Hunt." She notes that while interruptions and crises can be frustrating or frightening, they are unavoidable parts of life. Winchester shares an anecdote about a priest who struggled with constant daily interruptions that prevented him from following his planned schedule.