Francis was tightening the last rope on the donkey when the news arrived from the circle in the glen. Neither Francis nor Sebastian had spent much thought about which animals would accompany them. Now they had to choose six before they could leave.
Sebastian suggested that they just draw straws. “It would be quick and fair,” he said matter-of-factually. Francis had to remind him that after drawing straws to select Mathias to replace Judas, came the Pentecost and Baptism of the Holy Spirit. After that time Christians always relied on the Holy Spirit to give guidance.
“How do you propose we proceed?” Sebastian asked, somewhat irritated.
“We gather the Brothers and hold a service”, Francis was quick to answer.
(To be continuing)
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