Bulletin Cover February 17, 2013
Dear Friends,
On this first Sunday in Lent we begin a journey. In the
weeks ahead, we will meet people that Jesus encountered on the road as he made
his way to Jerusalem. We have the opportunity, as we make our way toward Jesus’
death and resurrection, to prepare our hearts and minds. My hope is that each
of us will find time in this Lenten season for worship, prayer and reflection.
Jesus walked approximately 70 miles from the Sea of Galilee
to Jerusalem. We are inviting congregation members to take on the challenge of
a 70 mile walk with Jesus this Lent (46 days).
You will find a sheet with scripture readings for each mile as you exit
the sanctuary. If you do not walk distances, I invite you to use the scripture
readings for daily reflection before walking to get the mail or other errands.
And this Lent, we will be considering another walk. There
are places in the world where clean, safe water is scarce. People walk miles
each day to bring water to their homes. They drink from the same streams where
they wash their clothing and animals are watered. Keeping this difficult walk
in mind, our congregation is going to give the gift of a well to at least one
village in Liberia.
Historically, Lent is a season for forgiveness and
reconciliation. Today we observe this season with self-examination and
repentance, prayer, fasting and self-denial. It is a journey that prepares us
for the mercy of Jesus Christ. I pray that your walk this Lent is filled with
grace.
Blessings,
Pastor Sherry
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