Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Walnut Hill Church Weekly Letter

May 5, 2010

Greetings to all!

This Sunday, Mother's Day, provides an opportunity to reflect on our
lives in families.  Below are several quotes from Mother Teresa in which
she puts our family life in a world context.

"Peace and war begin at home.  If we truly want peace in the world, let
us begin by loving one another in our own families.  If we want to spread
joy, we need for every family to have joy."

"Everybody today seems to be in a hurry.  No one has time to give to 
others: children to their parents, parents to their children, spouses to 
each other.  World peace begins to break down in the homes."

"Where does love begin? In our homes.  When does it begin?  When we
pray together.  The family that prays together stays together."
(from Mother Teresa: In My Own Words)

The Scripture lessons for Sunday, May 9:
Ruth 4:13-17
2 Timothy 1:3-7
John 19:25-27

Sunday Conversations continue this Sunday, May 9, 10am, in Trinity Hall.
Sunday Conversation topics include a wide range of biblical, theological, 
and social issues.  Feel free to join the conversation, enjoy a cup of coffee,
or just listen in.

A host (s) is needed for our after worship refreshments this Sunday, May 9.
Use reply email to volunteer for this Sunday, or use the sign up sheet in 
the Sanctuary to volunteer for a Sunday later in the spring.

The Spring Potluck is approaching on Sunday, May 16, after worship.  
Bring a salad, side dish, or dessert.  Also, a few volunteers are needed to
help with a few of the meal arrangements.  Use reply email for more 
information regarding volunteer opportunities.

The Inquiry Team will be presenting the results of our recent congregational
survey during worship on Sunday, May 16.  Following their presentation, the
Team will host several focus groups according to the schedule below:
*Buildings/Grounds - Wed, May 19, 7pm, at Walnut Hill
*Adult Ed & Community Outreach - Thu, May 20, 7pm, at Walnut Hill
*Children & Youth - Sun, May 23, after worship, at Walnut Hill
Members and friends of Walnut Hill are encouraged to participate in any or
all of these focus group meetings.  Let your thoughts be heard!

Peace to all.

Mike Ward

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