Prayer offered for those experiencing transition.
My Lord God,
I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I think that I am following your will does not mean that I am actually doing so. But I believe that the desire to please you does in fact please you. And I hope I have that desire in all that I am doing. I hope that I will never do anything apart from that desire. And I know that if I do this you will lead me by the right road though I may know nothing about it. Therefore will I trust you always though I may seem to be lost and in the shadow of death. I will not fear, for you are ever with me, and you will never leave me to face my perils alone.
Thomas Merton
Thoughts in Solitude
The cross and flame is a largely recognized symbol of the United Methodist Church. It is a wonderful example of beautiful design: simple, crisp and beautiful. But what does it mean? We all know the cross represents Christ and his ultimate sacrifice, giving us eternal life, but what is the fire for?
It relates The United Methodist church to God through Christ (cross) and the Holy Spirit (flame). The flame is a reminder of Pentecost when witnesses were unified by the power of the Holy Spirit and saw "tongues, as of fire" (Acts 2:3).
Our new choir year will be starting before we know it, and I want to invite those of you who enjoy singing to join our choir. Reading music is helpful, but certainly not required. We have choir members who read music, and also members who learn by doing. Some even record our rehearsals so they can practice on their own.
We are in particular need of sopranos this year, but welcome anyone who wants to sing. We are not a high pressure group, but have fun while we learn (ask any choir member – they’re a friendly bunch!). Our main goal is to worship God with our singing, using the voices that God has given us.
Rehearsals are on Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM and we will begin on Sept. 3. See Amy Cook if you have any questions. We look forward to welcoming YOU! The United Handbell Choir will begin rehearsing on Monday, September 14 at 7:00 PM. If you are interested in ringing handbells, please contact Amy Cook at 330-467-1291.
Ruth Miklaus
Riverview Pointe Care Center
9027 Columbia Rd, Rm. 126
Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
(440) 427-8131
Give Ruth a call, she would be happy to hear from you!
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