Greetings to all!
Thinking about Veterans Day I am reminded of Abraham Lincoln's words
regarding the nation's obligation to those who bear the brunt of its
conflicts:
With malice toward none; with charity for all; with firmness in the
right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish
the work we are in; to bind up the nation's wounds; to care for him
who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan -
to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace,
among ourselves, and with all nations. (from the 2nd Inaugural Address)
Also, on Veterans Day, consider this prayer for men and women serving
today:
O God our Father, we commend to Thy keeping all the men and women
serving our country by sea, land, and air, that the whole world may
share the fruit of their dedication and sacrifice, a just and lasting
peace; through the grace of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (as found
in the Walnut Hill Worship Book)
The Scripture lessons for Sunday, November 15:
1 Samuel 1:4-20
Hebrews 10:11-14
Mark 13:1-8
WOMEN'S DINNER - The next Walnut Hill Women's Dinner will be held on
Wednesday, November 11, 6:30pm, at Buddy's Bar and Grill (corner of
Euclid Avenue and High Street). Our guest for the evening will be Dr.
Graham Rowles, who will speak on issues related to "aging" and
initiatives to support those who are living in their senior years.
All Walnut Hill women are invited to attend.
MEN'S DINNER - The next Walnut Hill Men's Dinner will be held on
Wednesday, November 11, 6pm, at the Chop House (Richmond Road, just
outside New Circle). Our guest for the evening will be Mr. Bob
Babbage, former KY Secretary of State and State Auditor, legislative
lobbyist, consultant, and political commentator. All Walnut Hill men
are invited to attend.
THE CHILDREN'S CHOIR continues its practice this Sunday, 10am, in
Trinity Hall. The children are practicing for a Christmas
presentation during morning worship on Sunday, December 13. All
children through elementary age are encouraged to participate.
Contact Nell Horman for more details.
LIVING THE QUESTIONS video discussion series continues this Sunday,
10am, in Trinity Hall. The topic for this Sunday is "Social Justice:
Realizing God's Vision." Feel free to enjoy a cup of coffee, join the
conversation, or just listen in.
WOMEN'S OUTREACH - Related to our November Women's Dinner theme,
Walnut Hill women are invited to bring gift items to be donated to
residents at the Bluegrass Healthcare and Rehabilitation facility.
Suggested items include: powders, night gowns, lap blankets, robes,
socks, slippers, bed jackets, purses, makeup bags, stationery with
stamps. These gift items may be brought to the Women's Dinner on
November 11 or to Walnut Hill on Sundays in November.
THANKSGIVING OUTREACH - Once again Walnut Hill is sponsoring the
dressing/stuffing portion of the Nathaniel Mission Community
Thanksgiving Dinner. The Mission expects to serve 400 persons at this
year's event. That's a lot of stuffing, 20 pans to be exact. We are
pleased to report that this project is now fully subscribed. Thanks
to all!
IN THE COMMUNITY: Walnut Hill member Margaret C. Price will be
presenting a reading and book signing of her new book, "Smiley Pete,
Magnificent Moocher," at Joseph Beth Booksellers on Sunday, November
15, 2pm. "Smiley Pete, Magnificent Moocher" is the heart warming,
true story about a stray dog who became Lexington's downtown goodwill
ambassador. A portion of the book's proceeds benefits the Woodford
Humane Society.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING REPORT: The annual meeting of the congregation
of Walnut Hill Church was held on Sunday, November 8. David Sharrard
and John Talbott were elected as new Vestry members, replacing Phil
Bloomfield and Ron Johnston whose terms expire this year. Natalie
Watt was elected Senior Warden for 2010. Oggie Hilliard was elected
Vice Warden. Martha DeReamer and Lee Tucker were elected by the
Vestry to continue their service as Treasurer and Clerk respectively.
The pastor's terms of call and congregational budget for 2010 were
also approved by the congregation.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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