Hello all,

 

One of my favorite children's time lessons is around pumpkin carving. The intention is that in carving out a pumpkin, there is all this goop that we often throw away, seeing it as unneeded or unwanted. It can be very messy and slimy, undesirable and quickly set aside to get to the focus the great external shell of the pumpkin. 

 

After all isn't the outside of the pumpkin what is seen or judged or appreciated by others?

 

As I would wonder with the children about the contents of the goop, the pulp and seeds, we would also consider the rich value of pumpkin pies and roasted pumpkin seeds. The lesson would shift and turn inward toward ourselves.

What parts of ourselves we would like to hid or view as unwanted? And in awe of how brilliantly God designed us to be like those pumpkins. In the messiness, the goop, lies rich flavor and authentic living of life and being known.

We all have a wonderful opportunity to embody this reflection. As we dive into the messiness and beauty of the pumpkin innards, we can wonder about the places we might hide ourselves, and maybe even reveal to another. It might be the makings of a delicious sweet pie in our relationships.

Please consider joining us on October 24th from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Annual Pumpkin Carving in Fellowship Hall - bring your own pumpkin and yourself as you are, seeds and all! Dinner will follow for $10, kids are free!

 

When we welcome all aspects of ourselves, we invite deeper connections with others.

Blessings in welcoming all of who we are
Dee