Article May 30, 2011 Issue

Where sport and prayer play together

By Sue Holzberlein

How does one discern the difference between wasting time and enjoying life’s joys? 

Some of us may have been cautioned about spending too much time seeking entertainment—reading novels, playing video/computer games, surfing the Web, watching TV. Then there’s preoccupation with exercise, or working too long at our professional jobs. 

In order to forward our spiritual growth, and stay ready to help others and heal, should we read or get involved only in things that are spiritually helpful? How do we know if we’re making the right choices?