Conditions for my Resurrection

Graphic by Téa Sklar

The resurrection of Jesus is central to Christian denominations—Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox alike. They believe that after being killed, he rose on the third day, fulfilling a prophecy of victory over death. And after being taken out by frat flu, academic ego death, and my low finances—otherwise known as the real deadly sins—here’s what would bring me back on my third day. What would make my disciples and me rise again and actually believe in a brighter post-grad future.

The essence of catholic-like guilt may be the one thing that unifies all college students regardless of belief. To preface, am I a God fearing believer? Not, but oh god am I in fear. 

A quesadilla from Orange Hall

The stale tortilla represents my broken body, and the cheese, my lactose intolerant spirit in peril. And with that, we take communion. “This is my body, given for you.” The meal plan declines. We remember anyway. 

A TA that has any idea what is happening

There is forgiveness for those who stray from the righteous path, but none for the one who responds to “what key concepts will be on next week’s exam?” with “everything.” Enlightenment should not be this vague.

A 24-7 dining hall

God is good, all the time. The hours, at least, are. 

White board chalk you can actually read

I’ve yet to learn how to heal the blind. I assume thats listed as COG301- introduction to cognitive science, a course I will take when i can finally see my GPA clearly. 

Counselors that help

Non-believers. Miracles are rare, but we gather in hope. 

A DU man with less than 4 red flags

Patience is a virtue. Some trials are character building. Others might lean towards embarrassment. 

A coffee less than $5 off Marshall Street 

Salt City Coffee cannot turn water into wine- that would be FST412: Wine Appreciation- nor can they turn my two dollars in quarters into anything of substance. Scarcity is real; so is suffering.

Amen.