Greetings to all!
With the election behind us, or nearly so where the counting continues,
it is time for us to gather ourselves as a people to live and work together
for the common good. The following prayer might be useful for reflection
as we consider how to contribute toward that common good.
O Lord, our governor,
your glory shines throughout the world.
We commend our nation to your merciful care,
that we might live in peace with one another,
and be guided by your steadfast love.
Grant to all in authority, both continuing and newly elected,
wisdom and strength to pursue compassion, mercy, and justice.
Help them remember that they are called to serve the people
with courage and humility;
through Jesus Christ our Lord, we pray. Amen.
(adapted from the Book of Common Worship)
The lectionary texts for Nov 11, the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time…
Sunday Conversations continue this Sunday, Nov 11, 10am, in Trinity
Hall, as we continue our consideration of the faith community's response
to climate change.
Children's Choir- Children are invited to gather at 10am each Sunday
morning for music and singing in preparation for their Christmas
season presentation on December 9.
THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Congregation of Walnut Hill Church will
be held on Sunday, November 11, Noon (immediately after worship), in
the Sanctuary. Business of the annual meeting includes the election of
Vestry members and officers, presentation of the 2019 budget, and
action on the pastor's terms of call for 2019. Additional business may
be brought forward by Walnut Hill Church Members and Friends. If
you are aware of business that you plan to bring forward at Sunday's
meeting, please contact Sr. Warden Bob Watt.
Thanksgiving Stuffing/Dressing: Once again Walnut Hill has been
asked to provide the stuffing/dressing for the Nathaniel Mission
Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Tue, Nov 20. We will provide
16 pans of stuffing/dressing. You may sponsor a pan for $20 by a
check payable to Walnut Hill Church (memo: Dressing). Use reply
email to let us know if you would like to help in the delivery of the
dressing on Nov 20.
"Best Gift" Catalog - Looking for a different type of gift giving this
Christmas season? Visit the Church World Service Best Gift Catalog
to learn how you might honor your family and friends and improve the
world at the same time.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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