Greetings to all!
Memorial Day is upon us, the informal beginning of summer and, more
importantly, the day to remember those who have died in the service of
our country. While not a "church holiday," it is nonetheless worthy of the
church's attention and its prayers…
Gracious God:
Your desire for the earth and its inhabitants is Peace,
but our experience has often included war,
which has cost us much in blood and treasure.
We pray for those men and women
who have given of themselves to the last measure
in the wars that have been part of our nation's history.
We honor their sacrifice and mourn with their survivors.
May their memory inspire us to work for the day
when nation shall not rise up against nation,
and neither shall they practice war any more.
Amen.
Anne Atchison, a member of Walnut Hill Church, departed this life on
May 20, 2019. Arrangements for Anne include a service at Walnut Hill
Church on Friday, May 24, 11am. Visit Milward Funeral Directors for more
details.
The lectionary texts for May 26, the Sixth Sunday of Easter…
Blessed Are…an exploration of the Beatitudes of Jesus (Matt 5:1-12)
continues this Sunday, 10am, as we consider the 5th beatitude, "Blessed
are the merciful…" Use reply email to request a study guide, which may
be used for individual reflection and/or to prepare for Sunday's
conversation. You might also want to check out this video (Mercy) as part
of your reflection/preparation.
Nathaniel Mission Summer Camp- We are currently gathering craft
supplies (pencils, crayons, paper, scissors, tape, etc) and children's books
in support of the Nathaniel Mission's summer camp program. Bring your
donated items to Walnut Hill this Sunday or next. Cash/check donations
are also welcome. Make your check payable to Walnut Hill Church
(memo: Nathaniel Mission).
The Ration Challenge: Church World Service is sponsoring "The Ration
Challenge," June 16 - 23, to raise awareness of the experience of
refugees around the world, as well as to raise funds to support those
ministering with and to refugees. Visit The Ration Challenge for more
information.
Thanks to all those who made last Sunday's spring potluck a "delicious"
success including our "chicken runners," kitchen team, chefs and diners.
It was a festive occasion!
Peace to all!
Mike Ward
P.S. - You can find Walnut Hill Church…
…on the web at www.walnuthillchurchky.org
…on Facebook at Walnut Hill Church
…on Instagram at walnuthillchurchky
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