Greetings to all!
Joyce Rupp reflects on "life changing" events.
Why is it so difficult to believe that God can do marvelous things
through the most ordinary circumstances? Why does it often take a big
catastrophic event before we are finally convinced of what we need for
our spiritual transformation? I recently read the story of survivors
of a plane crash some years ago. A flight attendant and a nurse both
elaborated on how they had changed and are now firmly established in a
relationship with God. I wondered how many people reading that
newspaper would be even further convinced that it takes something big
before we turn our lives around. Lent is a good time to find our
spiritual transformation through the ordinary, humdrum of everyday
life, for there most spiritual changes happen. Most of us won't
experience something like a plane crash or major accident. If we
expect that the "little stuff" is of no importance or value, then we
may miss the very opportunities where God is calling us and inviting
us to change our hearts. Be aware today of little things.
(from "Inviting God In")
The scripture lesson for Sunday, February 28, the Second Sunday in Lent:
John 5:1-18
(We continue our lenten series of Sunday readings from the Gospel of
John. Check the Sanctuary foyer for a complete list of our lenten
Sunday readings and ideas for "living with" the Gospel of John during
the week.)
MEN'S COFFEE - Walnut Hill men are invited to gather for coffee this
Saturday, February 27, 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, February 28, 10am, in
Trinity Hall, with a video presentation and discussion featuring noted
Jesus scholar Marcus Borg. You are invited to enjoy a cup of coffee,
join the conversation, or just listen in.
YOUTH are invited to gather for discussion this Sunday, February 28,
during the worship hour, in the upstairs office of Trinity Hall. The
discussion will focus on the "Nooma" video series.
THE APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY TEAM will be reporting to the congregation
this Sunday, February 28, inviting our participation in a
congregational survey. This survey is the first step in a process
designed to help us discover our congregation's strengths and build
upon those strengths for the future. All Walnut Hill members and
friends are encouraged to participate in the inquiry process.
THE 114TH ANNUAL CONVENTION of the Episcopal Diocese of Lexington will
be held February 25 - 27 in Lexington. The theme of the convention is
"Respecting the Dignity of Every Human Being." Special guest to the
convention will be the Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding
Bishop of the Episcopal Church (USA). Public opportunities to see and
hear Bishop Schori include a service of Evensong at the Church of the
Good Shepherd, Feb 25, 7pm, and Holy Eucharist at Christ Church
Cathedral, Feb 28, 11am. Visit the Diocese website (www.diolex.org)
for more information regarding the annual convention.
THANKS to Graham D. Rowles, professor in the Graduate Center for
Gerontology at the University of Kentucky, for his presentation
regarding the "Kentucky Elder Readiness Initiative" at this week's
men's dinner. Copies of Dr. Rowles' presentation are available in the
foyer of the Sanctuary. Thanks also to Gene Brockopp for coordinating
the arrangements of our men's gatherings.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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