Greetings to all!
Friday is Veterans Day. Recent reports concerning Iraq and Afghanistan
veterans remind us that the "war" does not end for many of these men
and women when they return to the United States. Many carry with them
visible and invisible wounds requiring months, years, maybe a lifetime of
care. The challenge of caring for wounded veterans recalls the well-known
words of Abraham Lincoln spoken with the end of the Civil War in sight.
May we, as a nation, meet Lincoln's challenge in all respects.
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 a lasting peace, among ourselves, and with all
nations.
(from The Second Inaugural Address)
In memory: We have received news of the death of George Cannon.
George and his late wife Lil were longtime members and faithful
supporters of Walnut Hill. More recently George had been living near
his family in Arizona. Service arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Sunday Conversations continue this Sunday, November 13, 10am, in
Trinity Hall with a discussion of the Gospel of Mary (Magdalene), one
of a collection of early Christian writings that did not become part of
our New Testament. Come enjoy a cup of coffee, join the conversation,
or just listen in.
The Children's Choir continues its practice sessions this Sunday,
November 13, 10am, in Trinity Hall. All children through elementary
age are invited to participate.
The Vestry will meet this Sunday, November 13, 9:30am, in the upstairs
office of Trinity Hall.
The Annual Meetings of the Congregation and Cemetery Association
of Walnut Hill Church will be held on Sunday, November 13, immediately
after morning worship, in the Sanctuary.
The Greatest Prayer study of the Lord's Prayer concludes this Sunday,
November 13, 4:30pm, at the home of Mike Ward. Our focus for this
Sunday will be the petitions, "Forgive us our debts...Lead us not into
temptation..." All are welcome.
Two Ways to Give:
*Bring your used books, DVDs, CDs, and VHS tapes any Sunday
in November to benefit the Catholic Action Center and its various
ministries. The CAC will sell the donated items to support its work.
*Sponsor a tray of stuffing (a.k.a. dressing) for the Nathaniel
Mission Community Thanksgiving Dinner. Up to 500 diners are
anticipated. You can sponsor a tray of stuffing for $20 (cash, or check
payable to Walnut Hill Church, designated "stuffing").
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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