Greetings to all!
Recent events in Egypt have drawn attention to a part of the world rich in history,
including Christian history. The Christian church in Egypt (the Coptic Church) is
among the oldest of all Christian traditions, boasting many early monks, teachers,
and church leaders, including St. Macarius of Egypt, among the greatest of the 4th
century "desert fathers." Particularly in these days, as a simple act of solidarity with
the Egyptian people, you might consider using St. Macarius' prayer of "Morning Praise"
as part of your spiritual practice.
To thee, O Master that lovest all people, I hasten on rising from sleep; by thy mercy I
go forth to do thy work, and I pray thee: help me at all times, in everything; deliver me
from every evil thing in this world and from every attack of the devil; save me and bring
me to thine eternal kingdom. For thou art my Creator, the Giver and Provider of everything
good; in thee is all my hope, and to thee I ascribe glory, now and ever, and to the ages of
ages. Amen.
(from An African Prayer Book)
In Memory: Walnut Hill member Dr. Charles Eastin departed this life on Friday, January 28.
Services for Charles will be held at Walnut Hill Church on Saturday, February 5, 10am, with
burial to follow in Lexington Cemetery.
The Scripture lessons for Sunday, February 6, Holy Communion:
Isaiah 58:1-9
1 Corinthians 2:1-12
Matthew 5:13-20
Men's Coffee: Men are invited to gather for coffee this Saturday, February 5, 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.
Let the Children Come to Me is the title of a six Sunday series of lessons for children
introducing them to worship and the Bible continuing this Sunday, February 6, 10am,
in Trinity Hall. Take note these lessons are different from those being presented during
the 11am Sunday School class.
Sunday Conversations continue this Sunday, February 6, 10am, in Trinity Hall. Our
conversation focus for these Sundays is, From a Woman's Perspective, highlighting the
stories and witness of women from biblical tradition and church history. This Sunday we
focus on life and witness of Dorothy Day, Catholic social activist, with particular attention
to the local work of the Catholic Action Center, as shared with us by Ellen Cornett.
Souper Bowl Sunday: This Sunday, February 6, is "Souper Bowl Sunday" at Walnut Hill.
Come and enjoy a bowl of soup and make a donation to support hunger relief efforts locally
and around the world. A few soup chefs are still needed. Use reply email to volunteer a pot
of soup for this great occasion and cause.
Sunday School News: Twenty-three children were in attendance for Sunday School (11am hour)
last Sunday! Special thanks to Stephanie Prewitt and Monta Rae Cook for their work with these
children. This Sunday, February 6, the children will be working on a Sunday School craft involving
empty egg cartons. If you have a spare egg carton around your house, bring it on Sunday and
drop it off in Trinity Hall on your way in to worship.
The Vestry will meet this Sunday, February 6, 9:30am, in the upstairs office in Trinity Hall.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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