Pastor’s Word - October 30th
Friends of Church of the Incarnation,
TURN BACK YOUR CLOCKS BEFORE SUNDAY MORNING! Fall Back.
Sunday, November 1, 10:15 a.m., is All Saints Day with Holy Communion. The scriptures are Isaiah 25: 6 - 9 and John 11: 32 - 44 and the sermon is “The Gift of Tears.” We will think about a God and Christ who laugh with us, and cry with us in joy and sorrows. This God is one who rejoices over every one of us and brings us to new life. God gives us the gift of tears, which makes us all human and able to love.
We will celebrate all the saints of the church, and remember with a candle lighting ceremony those who have died in this past year. Family members and friends are invited to light a candle in remembrance of a loved one whose name is read. This year we will also have time for anyone to light a votive candle for any loved one they remember and treasure this All Saints Day.
The children will join us for all of this worship service. The candle lighting is often quite meaningful for children, as well. There will not be Incarnation Kids, but the children will be invited forward after all of the candles are lit, to light a Candle of New life. They are a sign of our future, and they keep that light burning on all of our behalf as a church.
I pray for all of our children a safe and very fun Halloween. Seeing the creative costumes at our Trunk ‘n Treat last Sunday, it should be a fantastical time for all. Don’t eat too much candy!Thanks to everyone who helped with our Consecration Sunday. It was a joy to gather with the church for a special brunch to say “Thank You” for your devotion and commitment as a church family. The financial commitments received on Sunday were up 7 % for 2010. This is a hopeful and faithful sign.
Looking ahead:
Sunday, November 8 is Laity Sunday: Focusing on the Gift of Prayer
Sunday, November 15 will be our Sharing History All Church Gathering at 4 pm, with a Meal following. All ages are welcome, and child care is provided. Please sign up for a count! Then at 7 p.m. is our All Church Conference. Get it on your calendar NOW.
Enjoy the Fall, and your week. See you in Church.
Your Friend and Pastor,
B.J.