Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Walnut Hill Church Weekly Letter

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Greetings to all!

Exploring Our Spirituality (EOS) begins this Sunday, October 12.
Our theme for the season will be "Rejoice in the Lord, Always," and
the springboard for our reflection will be the Letter to the Philippians 
as found in the New Testament.  In a sense, to explore our spirituality
is simply another way of exploring our lives, with particular attention
to that which connects us to each other, to this world, and to that
which animates all reality, including ourselves.  Sometimes we 
notice that connection spontaneously, without effort or intention.
For others, that sense of connection is deepened by simple practices 
that help them slow down and open their ears, eyes, and hearts.  
The EOS season is no more,  no less, than an opportunity for us as 
individuals and as a community to slow down, look, and listen.
Blessings to all as we begin this season of exploration.

The scripture lesson for Sunday, October 12...
Philippians 1:1-11

Sunday Conversations continue this Sunday, Oct 12, 10am, in
Trinity Hall.  Our topic for this Sunday is guided by our Week 1
EOS theme, "Grace to You and Peace."  Come enjoy a cup of 
coffee, join the conversation, or just listen in.

A Host(s) is needed for our after worship refreshments this
Sun, Oct 12.  Use reply email or visit the online sign up sheet to 
volunteer for this Sunday or another Sunday later in the fall.

Youth (middle and high school) are invited to an afternoon of
hiking, pumpkin carving, and a cookout at the Vaughan cabin on
Boone's Creek this Sun, Oct 12.  This annual outing is not to be 
missed.  Watch for more details.

EOS small groups begin next week.  Groups are in place for
Sunday and Tuesday evenings.  Additional groups are possible
depending on demand.  Use reply email to inquire about
participating in an EOS small group.

EOS workbooks are available in paper copy and online format.
While workbooks are a must for small group participation, they
are also beneficial for individual use.  Check out Fall 2014 Workbook
for the online version.  Contact the church office by reply email
or phone (263-5304) to request a paper copy.

ECUMENICAL SUNDAY WRAP-UP!
Thanks to the Rev. John McCullough, President and CEO of
Church World Service, for his inspiring visit with us last weekend.
Thanks also to numerous Walnut Hill folks who, in various ways,
helped to welcome him.  Use reply email to let us know what 
you thought about Rev. McCullough's visit and how we might
follow up on it.  For more information regarding Church World
Service, visit www.cwsglobal.org .

Peace to all.

Mike Ward

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