Greetings to all!
This Sunday, November 20, is the Sunday of Christ the King, the completion of the
church year. The Sunday of Christ the King is the church's affirmation that, though
appearances sometimes to the contrary, the life and teaching of Christ, the way of
love for God and neighbor, is the deepest and surest reality in the world, and that
love will eventually prevail over false paths of hatred and violence. This is not to
be understood as a religious victory of Christianity over other traditions, but rather
a victory of divine love transcending all religious traditions. Until that day, the church
affirms its allegiance to the way of Christ, to the way of love, no matter what lesser
powers or persons might declare or seek to require of us. For our part, we will love
God, and we will love our neighbors as ourselves, for this is what Christ, our King,
requires of us.
The scripture lessons for Sunday, November 20, Christ the King…
Jeremiah 23:1-6
Colossians 1:11-20
Luke 23:33-43
Sunday Conversations continue this Sunday, November 20, 10am, in Trinity
Hall. Check the Friday update for conversation details.
Children's Music: Children through elementary age are invited to gather each
Sunday, 10am, in Trinity Hall for music and singing in anticipation of their
Christmas season presentation on December 11.
Thanksgiving Worship - Walnut Hill members and friends are invited to an
ecumenical worship program on Sun, Nov 20, 6pm, at Providence Christian
Church (Brannon Crossing). Persons attending are invited to bring canned
food items and/or cash for the offering, which will support Providence's food
pantry and ministry with hospice families. The service is sponsored by the South
Lexington Ecumenical Cooperative.
Mission Trip? Persons (youth and adult) interested in exploring the possibility
of a mission trip to eastern Kentucky are invited gather for a few moments after
worship this Sunday, November 20.
The Giving Tree will be up this Sun, Nov 20, with "ornaments" suggesting items
requested by the Nathaniel Mission for their community Christmas baskets. Feel
free to pick up an ornament(s), purchase the suggested items, and return them to
Walnut Hill by December 11.
Walnut Hill Items! Walnut Hill currently has several items available for your
Christmas and/or general enjoyment…
*Christmas Cards featuring the "Holy Family" stained glass window and
the greeting "Peace on Earth, Good Will to All." ($10/pack of 10)
*A Tradition of Hospitality cookbook (2012) featuring recipes from Walnut
Hill folks past and present ($5/copy).
*The Jewel on Walnut Hill history of Walnut Hill Church, 1784-1994, with
particular attention to Walnut Hill's restoration/reopening in the 1970s and
following. This book, long out of print, has recently been made available for
reprinting. Copies may be ordered ($5/copy).
Check out the display in the Sanctuary foyer and/or use reply email to purchase
or order these items.
The Christmas Potluck is coming on Sun, Dec 4, immediately after morning
worship. Bring a salad, side dish, or dessert and join us for this delicious
Walnut Hill tradition. Meat and beverages will be provided.
State of the Church: Mike Ward's recent "State of the Church Address" is
available in audio recording or in print. Visit Walnut Hill sermons to hear the
audio, or use reply email to request a printed copy.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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