Greetings to all!
As the nation continues to mourn the deaths of five Dallas police officers while
simultaneously wrestling with occasions of the use of deadly force by police and
societal violence in general, we become aware of how much work there is to be done
in the healing of our national life. I hope that we, as people of faith, might see that
healing as our particular calling. We might begin our work with prayer:
God of the ages, in your sight nations rise and fall, and pass through difficult times.
Now when our land is troubled, be near to judge and save. May leaders be led by
your wisdom; may they search your will and see it clearly. May the people seek
the good of their neighbors as well as their own. Where we have failed to live in
to our best ideals, grant us renewed vision to see and live toward them. Give us
your light and truth to guide us; through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of this world,
and our Savior. Amen.
(adapted from the Book of Common Worship)
The scripture lessons for Sunday, July 17…
Amos 8:1-12
Colossians 1:15-28
Luke 10:38-42
Sunday Conversations continue this Sun, July 17, 10am, in Trinity Hall. This
Sunday we continue our conversations about female characters in the Bible, in
particular the Old Testament character, Deborah.
The Walnut Hill Bike Ride is coming on Saturday, July 16. This is an annual
event offering hospitality for cyclists of all ages and skill levels while raising money
to provide commuter bikes for refugee families. Rides of various lengths, as well
as a "family fun ride" on Walnut Hill Rd, will be available. Helmets are required
for all cyclists. Come and enjoy the ride and/or serve as a hospitality volunteer.
Here is a schedule for event volunteers and participants
*Fri, July 15 - Brunch Food Donations may be brought to the church any
time after 8am.
-Event Set Up - 6pm
*Sat, July 16 - Volunteers may report any time after 7am as their particular
tasks might require. (Volunteers who can help with last minute set up are greatly
appreciated.)
-Event Registration - 8:00am
-Open Road Rides - 8:30am
-Family Fun Ride - 9:00am (closed road)
-Brunch - 10:00am - 1:00pm
-Clean Up- 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Use reply email or call the church office (263-5304) for participant and/or volunteer
information.
Hope Center - As you enjoy summer travel, keep in mind that Walnut Hill is collecting
"travel size" toiletry items for our neighbors at the Hope Center. Look for the collection
box in the Sanctuary foyer.
The Vestry will meet this Sunday, July 17, 9:30am, in Trinity Hall.
In the Community: Sara Johnston, a Walnut Hill member and attorney, is hosting
a seminar focusing on planning for "long term care" to be held at the Central Library
on Thu, July 21, 4pm - 5pm. This program will be of interest to senior adults as well
as their adult children to plan for the possible need of long term care. The program
is free to public. Seating is limited. For more information or to reserve a seat, contact
Sara (sjohnston@dlgfirm.com).
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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