Upcoming Dates
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6/28 - 7/5 Walking the Labyrinth. 6/29 @ 1:15pm Tubing on the James. 7/5 @ 6:15pm Peace Feast II (come celebrate David's internship). 7/10 - 7/12 Power in the Spirit (VA Synod conference). 7/13 - 7/17 Vacation Bible School6:00 - 8:30pm (dinner at 5:15pm). |
Worship Schedule
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Saturday
5:00pm - contemporary worship
Sunday
8:30am - worship
11:00am - worship
Wednesday prayers
noon & 6:30pm
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The Gift of Sabbath, the Unhurried Life
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the hurried life
Nothing reflects the hurry up culture we live in like driving. Not only do we find ourselves in a hurry to get somewhere, but we often use this drive time to catch up on things we just couldn't get done before we left. Ever return a phone call, put on make-up or check e-mail doing 65? It's crazy. What are we thinking? On the road, we know this need for speed can have tragic consequences. I think we can probably agree we've got some bad driving habits that need attention. What other consequences does this mad dash mentality have on our life? What other bad habits do we need to recognize and change? Where else could we be practicing Sabbath habits like paying attention, slowing down, stopping and smelling the roses?
Join us this weekend as we continue our Sabbath series by exploring the practice of resting.
"Once people feel nourished and refreshed, they cannot help but be kind;
just so, the world aches for the generosity of a well-rested people."
Source: Sabbath by Wayne Muller
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Labyrinth Prayer Walk
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We invite you into the contemplation of Sabbath by walking a labryinth
that we will have in our Fellowship Hall from Saturday, June 28th until
Friday, July 5th. A walk through a labyrinth provides an opportunity to
slow down and reconnect with God through prayer. In the presence of
unhurried quietness, you will follow the guided path and allow yourself
time of personal reflection.
The Labryinth will be in the Fellowship Hall, and a guide will be available to answer your questions.
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Signposts of God's Love
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Most people know of Habitat for Humanity (HfH) -- at least by word of mouth and occasional publicity in the news -- and the "sweat equity" and volunteer aspects of providing affordable housing. What people do not know is how HfH is changing how it works -- especially in a community like Charlottesville -- more community-building than individual house-building -- more large-scale partnerships and small-group networking than one-by-one volunteering.
There is almost zero awareness that Thrivent Financial is HfH's largest single benefactor. Or, that our Charlottesville Chapter of HfH would like to qualify for a Thrivent Builds Grant in 2009! The opportunity for participating in a Thrivent Build is especially significant -- first, because Thrivent's grant process is selective -- second, because the financial support is largely provided by Thrivent -- and last, the build brings together Thrivent members, other Lutherans, and members of the community in a way that makes a difference. Affordable housing is generally considered the number one or number two justice issue in Charlottesville/Albemarle. A Thrivent Build in Charlottesville/Albemarle opens up the possibility for a larger partnership between Thrivent and Habitat in the near future.
Contact: Any friend of Peace -- that includes Peaceans, friends of Peace, neighbors -- interested in participating should contact John Voigt or Eric Schmitz. They can do that through the church office, or to me directly at 434.962.8449 (email: Eric.Schmitz@earthlink.net).
When: We'll be looking to organize some weekend dates this fall where we volunteer on an existing build. My charge as a local fraternal leader in Thrivent is to help organize similar small groups at Immanuel and at St. Mark, and bring those groups together. Learning to work and play together prepares us to secure a grant in 2009.
Who: Nearly anyone with a heart for their neighbor has skills which can be used to support a Habitat project -- even the most marginal "handyperson" can do something -- we can use organizers, food preparers, phone callers, "cheerleaders"...
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