Greetings to all!
Tomorrow, May 10, is the Feast of the Ascension, the final scene of the
Jesus narrative, as Jesus ascends into heaven to take his place at the
right hand of God. The event is traditionally celebrated forty days after
Easter per the chronology of Acts 1:1-11. I have always appreciated the
late John MacQuarrie's interpretation of this remarkable story…
The ascension is a purely mythical event and reflects a cosmology that
has long been abandoned. Yet as a symbol it has both appropriateness
and truth as the culmination of the story. Christ's being "lifted up" into a
cloud (symbolizing the divine presence) suggests both that he has
become the exalted Lord in the minds of the disciples, the Christ of faith
and one with the Father; and, less subjectively, that the offering of his
life is received by God…The ascension is the final symbol in the series
of "mysteries" by which the evangelists seek to portray the man Jesus
of Nazareth in depth, so that he becomes the transparent revealer of
God, and so that we see him as the Christ of faith.
(from Principles of Christian Theology)
THY KINGDOM COME ; The Rt. Rev. Mark Van Koevering, Bishop of
the Episcopal Diocese of Lexington, has issued a call to the parishes
of the diocese to participate in Thy Kingdom Come, a "global wave of
prayer" across the Anglican communion, between Ascension Day
(May 10) and Pentecost (May 20). Visit Thy Kingdom Come for more
information regarding this global wave of prayer, including a personal
video message from Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury.
The lectionary texts for May 13, the Seventh Sunday of Easter…
The Gospel of Thomas, an exploration of the wisdom teachings of
Jesus, continues this Sunday, May 13, 10am as we explore Levels
The Gospel of Thomas, remain available on a first request/first receive
basis. Use reply email to request one of the remaining copies.
Walking Through Scripture: A number of Walnut Hill members and
friends have been walking through scripture in recent months, reading
and reflecting upon the Sunday lectionary texts. A new "walking guide"
for the next quarter of the year is available in the Sanctuary foyer. You
may also subscribe to Mike's weekly introduction and commentary on
the readings. Use reply email to subscribe.
Spring Potluck - The Spring Potluck is coming on Sunday, May 20,
immediately after morning worship. Bring a salad, side dish, or
dessert, and join us for this delicious Walnut Hill tradition.
Sandwich Ministry: A new sign up sheet has been posted in the
Sanctuary foyer with 4th Sunday Sandwich Ministry opportunities during
May - Aug. Sandwiches are provided to the Catholic Action Center as an
evening snack for their overnight guests.
Celebrating Graduates: As is our custom, we would like to celebrate
Walnut Hill high school and college graduates on Sun, May 20. Use reply
email to make sure we are aware of students in your household who are
graduating from high school or college this spring. We do not want to
miss anyone.
Peace to all.
Mike Ward
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