Conversation

Conversation...an informal talk involving two people or a small group of people.

 

I would say that Webster's definition aptly describes the setting for our summer book conversations which begin this Monday night.  Our first "informal talk" focuses on Dr. Atul Gawande's powerful book, "Being Mortal."  The power of the book lies in its challenge to confront issues of life and death, particularly in the context of difficult decisions that often must be made in the midst of declining health.  Some might see such discussions as too difficult, even depressing, but they are significant and therefore worth exploring in that they affect the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.  Whether or not you have read the book, I hope you will join the conversation Monday evening at 7 in the music suite.  Life is indeed enriched through our conversations.

 

There is a correction to the arrangements for the calling hours for Emilie Bretz on Monday.  Originally, we posted visitation at Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home from 4-6 p.m., but the family has decided to change those hours from 4-8 p.m.  The service will be at 10 on Tuesday morning, followed immediately by a reception in Whitten Hall, then burial at Fairfax Memorial Cemetery at 2 p.m.  Please remember this family in your prayers.  

Join us for worship this Sunday morning as Andre will be sharing a bit about his trip to Israel, Mindy Burts will provide special music as she plays the clarinet, and I will be bringing a message entitled, "Enough," based on Lamentations 3:22-26.  I look forward to seeing you this Sunday.

 

Jim Abernathy