Monthly Archives: April 2020
Call to Mind
Dear One, In last week’s letter I mentioned spiritual practices that ground and keep us in these unprecedented times. Today, I offer one of mine: Call to Mind. I found this little gem in the middle of a small book with some very … Continue reading
Looking for signs
“Sir,” the woman said, “I can see that you are a prophet. Our ancestors worshiped on this mountain, but you Jews claim that the place where we must worship is in Jerusalem.” “Woman,” Jesus replied, “believe me, a time is … Continue reading
Patient Endurance
Dear One, I’ve been feeling like Mrs. Noah lately. I referenced the Ark in last week’s letter. At the time I pictured it being a place of safety & refuge, which of course it was, but this week I’m feeling the other … Continue reading
Couples Dine Out
On February 28, 2020 many “young and fun” couples from our congregation got together to dine out. We talked many things, including about our children. Here is our group picture that we hope to get together again.
Bless You
Dear One, You may already know.Last Monday, my husband of 30 years moved out, for all the right reasons. Dan works at Landis Homes Retirement Community. His coming and going from home, in order to provide for others, was putting … Continue reading
God is changing things
When Jesus was walking with his disciples toward Jerusalem before Palm Sunday, he shared with them what was about to happen: They were on their way up to Jerusalem, with Jesus leading the way, and the disciples were astonished, while … Continue reading
Psalms for the nations
Ruth Charles has been taking comfort from the Psalms: He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 (NIV) The pandemic is affecting … Continue reading
Jesus’ name
Ruth Rohr shared that she is missing our singing together. Ruth was reflecting on the songs #106 and #237 from the Hymnal Worship Book had thoughts for Palm Sunday. “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”. Do we realize how … Continue reading
If you have extra
Eldon Nafziger reminds us (in a Facebook post) of Luke 3:11 which says, “Anyone who has two shirts should share with the one who has none, and anyone who has food should do the same.” As a church family we … Continue reading
Pick a “P” and Pray!
Dear One, It began when we were separated from loved ones. Hubby and I were self-isolating in the best possible way, tucked into the woods of Maine in a lakeside cabin. We were celebrating our 30th anniversary, unreachable for 12-glorious … Continue reading