Is the NDP building idea barns in NS?

Today, in the Roman Catholic Lectionary, Luke presents an episode in Jesus ministry when He comments on the folly of the accumulation of riches. This is a folly in which most of us participate. The temporal concerns are often given priority over the infinite matters. In the current dispute between NSCC and the Faculty and Professional Support, something more than money appears to be sought by both sides. The folly of the rich man would not be less if he were accumulating pride, prestige or reputation. All of these are pursuits which lead to fleeting reward and endanger the development of ourselves as givers and servants. An idea or an ideal can also be unworthy of our headlong pursuit. In many ways it can block our movement toward others and the Divine. In the NSCC, NSTU and NDP scenario ideas are blocking progress. What is fair? What is equitable? What ‘principle’ are we standing on? It is wise to consider the finite effect of holding ground compared to the infinite implications of pride and arrogance. In the time frame between finite and infinite, now, we see much damage to goodwill has already been done. A heart for reconciliation is needed now and even more so if our desire to be like the Rich Fool continues.