Philippians 4: 4 4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice.
As we look at the world around us do we say, “Rejoice”?
Month: June 2020
When the well is dark
(I began writing this last Thursday evening but held off posting hoping that some of the feelings would change enough that I would feel like deleting it. I realise that there may be others who have similar feelings. May we find safe spaces to share as we lift up our prayers to the One who is always there.)
The darkness of these days washes over me like heavy ocean waves. Not the waves that invigorate or wake you up, but like bricks or heavy stones that can push one further and deeper than imaginings permit.
Death, anger, grief, disappointment, and anxiety are very strong emotions. Separation and loss are the walls, unfathomable that separate.
Lament is strong. I cry out in prayer, “why, oh why? It’s all too much.”
I wonder how long must the pain go on. When does night turn to day?
Am I alone in these feelings?
I wonder…
Sunday morning Service
We gathered virtually as we continue to shelter in place.
Memorial Service
Sunday, June 14th 10:00
We continue – The Prayer
There are many, many ways to pray. Some believe that when you sing, you pray twice. What a beautiful thought?
Do you have a favourite prayer? From grace at meal times to prayers before bed. As a child I was taught to say may prayers every night. Was that part of your tradition?
Wednesday Hymns – June 10
I’m a wee bit winded today due to the very heavy air but still wanted to share with you. Even a hiccup in the middle. Oh the joys of recording with limited equipment and the limits of my own voice.
- Wonderful words of life
- Church in the wild wood
- In the garden
- Let the lower lights be burning
Preparing for Sunday
Sunday, June 14th we will be looking at the Lord’s Prayer.
There are many tunes and many translations from the scriptures that speak to us in different ways.
Do you have a favourite?
DMS Service, Sunday, June 7th, Trinity Sunday
DMS CALENDAR OF EVENTS
What can we do?
Often times we sit, hearing the dark news of the day, and say, “but what can I do?” Perhaps a prayer – Lord, what are you calling me to do?
Matthew West, in a more contemporary setting shares some ideas through this song:
What can we do today?
Musings from the Manse 