Greetings to all!
Since "Thanksgiving Day" is established each year by presidential proclamation,
consider these thanksgiving thoughts by President Harry S. Truman.
It should make us truly thankful, as we look back to the beginnings of this country,
that we have come so far along the road to a better life for all. It should make us
humble to think, as we look ahead, how much farther we have to go to accomplish,
at home and abroad, the objectives that were set out for us at the founding of this
great Nation. As we approach the halfway mark of the 20th century, we should ask
for continued strength and guidance from that Almighty Power who has placed before
us such great opportunities for the good of mankind in the years to come.
(as found in A Call to America)
The lectionary texts for Sunday, November 27, the First Sunday of Advent …
Isaiah 2:1-5
Romans 13:11-14
Matthew 24:36-44
Sunday Conversations continue this Sun, Nov 27, 10am, in Trinity Hall. We will
continue our discussion of a video featuring Fr. Richard Rohr, "Divine Dance: The
Trinity and Your Transformation."
Children's Music - Children are invited to gather each Sunday at 10am in Trinity Hall
for music and singing in preparation for the Christmas Pageant on December 11.
The Christmas Potluck is coming on Sun, Dec 4, after morning worship. Bring a
salad, side dish, or dessert, and join us for this delicious Walnut Hill tradition.
Youth Christmas Party - Youth (middle & high school) are invited to gather at the
Ward residence on Sun, Dec 11, 6pm - 7:30pm. Bring a fun gift ($5 value or less)
for a random gift exchange and a winter warmth item (scarf, mittens/gloves, or hat)
for our neighbors at the Catholic Action Center.
The Giving Tree is up in Trinity Hall with "ornaments" suggesting items requested
by the Nathaniel Mission for their community Christmas baskets. Feel free to pick up
an ornament, purchase the suggested items, and return them to Walnut Hill by
December 11.
A Congregational Forum is scheduled for Sun, Dec 11, 3pm - 5pm, to discuss
ideas and recommendations arising from the recent planning process. The text
of the Planning Team Report and the Recommendations from that report are
available for your advance review on the Walnut Hill website via the following
links: Planning Team Report and Planning Team Recommendations . Printed
copies are also available by request from the church office.
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.
Holiday Season Schedule:
Sun, Dec 4, Noon - Christmas Potluck
Sun, Dec 11, 11am - Christmas Pageant.
Sun, Dec 11, 6pm -Youth Christmas Party
Sun, Dec 18, 3pm - Christmas Party
Sat, Dec 24, 5pm - Christmas Eve Family Service
Sat, Dec 24, 9pm - Evening Prayer Fireside
Sun, Dec 25, 11am - Worship & Holy Communion
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Mike Ward
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