Greetings to all!
With the Labor Day holiday and the national political conventions (soon)
behind us, the campaign season is now fully upon us. Several years
ago the Kentucky Council of Churches issued a "Statement on Campaign
Ethics" including a variety of recommendations for ordinary citizens,
such as...
*help each other understand the unique value of each vote...
*be as informed as possible prior to voting in any election...
*avoid political decisions based on single issues...
*seek out a variety of sources of information about the issues and the
candidates...
*seek a larger view of what actions will benefit the common good...
*broaden one's understanding of "self-interest" to include the welfare of
neighbors...
*be aware of the affiliations of contributors to political campaigns and
their particular aims...
For the full text of the KCC's "Statement on Campaign Ethics" including
recommendations for citizens, candidates, media, and religious
organizations, see www.kycouncilofchurches.org , click on "Advocacy,"
then "Council Statements," then "Campaign Ethics."
The lectionary scriptures for Sunday, September 9...
Proverbs 22:1-23
James 2:1-17
Mark 7:24-37
"Welcome to the Table", an introduction to the Sacrament of Holy
Communion, will be offered this Sunday, September 9, 10am, in Trinity
Hall (upstairs office). This program is intended for middle school (and above)
age children/youth who are not quite ready for Confirmation but are ready to
share in the Sacrament with their families and the congregation.
Sunday Conversations continue this Sunday, September 9, 10am, in
Trinity Hall. This Sunday's conversation is titled, "The Gospel in Seven
Words," from a recent article in The Christian Century. Come enjoy a
cup of coffee, join the conversation, or just listen in.
Youth (middle and high school) are invited to gather at Walnut Hill this
Sunday, September 9, 5:30pm, for a meal and activities.
THE FALL POTLUCK is coming on Sunday, September 16, immediately
after morning worship. Bring a salad, side dish, or dessert (and your
appetite!). Meat and beverage will be provided.
Dinner and Program - We are currently finalizing plans for a Men's &
Women's Dinner and Program for Thursday evening, September 27.
Mark the date on your calendar, and watch for more details.
Exploring Our Spirituality (EOS) will begin in late September. EOS is
a program of small group meetings, Sunday morning conversations, and
individual activities intended to deepen one's spiritual experience. Small
group sign up begins this Sunday, September 9.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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