Greetings to all!
The news and images coming out of Haiti are tragic. Let us all be
watching for ways to support emergency relief and rebuilding efforts.
The immediacy by which we learn of such events these days makes us
mindful of the "global neighborhood" the world has become. Martin
Luther King, Jr., had a sense of our global interdependency, which has
only become greater in the years following his life.
All men are interdependent. Every nation is an heir of a vast
treasury of ideas and labor to which both the living and the dead of
all nations have contributed. Whether we realize it or not, each of
us lives eternally 'in the red.' We are everlasting debtors to known
and unknown men and women. When we arise in the morning, we go into
the bathroom where we reach for a sponge which is provided for us by a
Pacific islander. We reach for soap that is created for us by a
European. Then at the table we drink coffee which is provided for us
by a South American, or tea by a Chinese, or cocoa by a West African.
Before we leave for our jobs we are already beholden to more than half
the world.
(from "The Words of Martin Luther King, Jr.)
The Scripture lessons for Sunday, January 17:
Amos 5:18-24
James 2:8-13
Mark 2:23-28
MEN'S COFFEE: Walnut Hill men are invited to gather for coffee this
Saturday, January 16, 8am, at Paneras on Richmond Road. Feel free to
stop in for as long or short a time as your schedule allows. No rsvp
required.
SUNDAY CONVERSATIONS continue this Sunday, 10am, in Trinity Hall.
"Sunday Conversations" include a wide range of topics from week to
week. Each Sunday's conversation stands on its own, so you can attend
as frequently as your schedule permits. Feel free to enjoy a cup of
coffee, join the conversation, or just listen in.
HAITI RELIEF: At the time of this writing we are still exploring
possible paths of response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti. By
Sunday we expect to have identified an ecumenical partner through
which to provide assistance to the affected area. Watch for more
information on Sunday.
DIOCESE ANNUAL CONVENTION - The 114th Annual Convention of the
Episcopal Diocese of Lexington will be held February 25 - 27 in
Lexington. The Annual Convention will include worship, Bishop Saul's
Address, keynote address by Episcopal Presiding Bishop Katherine
Jefferts Schori, special presentations, and business of the Diocese.
As part of our ecumenical relationship with the Diocese, Walnut Hill
is invited to send observer delegates to the Convention. Contact Mike
Ward if you would like to attend all or part of this year's Convention
as a delegate from Walnut Hill.
WINTER WEATHER - If winter weather on a Sunday morning leaves you
wondering about our Sunday worship service, you can call the church
office (263-5304). By 9am on wintry weather Sundays a special
message will be available on the church phone regarding services and
other activities for that day.
IN MEMORY: Walnut Hill friend Richard Kimbrel departed this life on
Monday, January 11. Our prayers are with Richard's family and
friends, especially his sister and brother-in-law Barbara and Chris
Bohmer. A memorial service will be held at Walnut Hill Church on
Saturday, January 16, 3pm, with visitation at the church before the
service from 2pm - 3pm.
THANKS TO...the Swim family for providing our after worship
refreshments last Sunday. It was a warm and festive gathering on a
wintry day.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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