Beloved Families,
I am in North Carolina visiting Gavin's family this week, so I will miss being with you tomorrow for worship. I am looking forward to time at the beach. The ocean is always a place where I experience God in distinct ways, so I will be praying for you and our city while I am there. It is hard to be away in the midst of so much going on, but I am trying to remember God's insistence that we make rest part of our practice. The past few weeks have required deep presence and prayer with our neighbors, and our local clergy are considering the ways we can continue to show up without burning out. I feel that across our congregation for our families, too. With John Jay on sabbatical, we have a timely reminder of the rhythms of rest that we all need. I recently came across a resource from the creators of The Book of Belonging, which has some practical ways to consider sabbath practices as a family. I hope it has some helpful ideas or inspiration. However your family enjoys rest and play, I pray that you experience moments of true replenishment in the coming weeks of summer.
YOUTH POOL DAYS | NEW DATES
We are excited to announce two Youth Pool Hangouts at the lovely home of the Powells. Due to some scheduling changes, we please note the new dates:
Sunday, July 27 | 12-3PM
We'll head over to the Powell's house after church and wrap up at 3PM. Lunch will be provided, and youth can bring their swimsuits and towels to church with them that morning.
Saturday, Aug 23 | 12-3pm
Lunch will be provided, and youth can come anytime during that window.
I'll send their address to the youth parents directly as we get closer. Thanks so much to Kara and Dave for their amazing hospitality!
SUNDAY
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 10:20 AM. This week our nursery kids will explore how God cares for our families.
ELEMENTARY
Last Sunday Pastor Andrew explored peace as part of the summer series on the Fruit of the Spirit. They got to ponder what peace looks like in the middle of storms and chaos. This week the kids get to stay in worship since it's the first Sunday of the month. Make sure they pick up a follow-along sheet and some snacks in the lobby from Pastor Andrew!
Follow-Up Questions for the Table at Home
What part of worship caught your attention the most this week?
What places make you feel most connected to God?
YOUTH
This Sunday our youth are on for their regular gathering after worship. Pastor Riley will be leading in my absence, and it's going to be a great day of worship and fellowship!
Sending much love to all of you. We remain…
Less without you,
Pastors Lindsay and Andrew