Dear Church Family,

This week we celebrate Christ’s going up to heaven. Ascension Day was this past Thursday, but we are celebrating it in this week’s worship. Christ’s leaving comes with a promise that God’s presence in our lives does not come to an end. Just as Jesus walked with the disciples, God’s Holy Spirit continues to walk with us now.

O Christ God, you have ascended in Glory,
Granting joy to your disciples by the promise of the Holy Spirit.
Through the blessing they were assured
That you are the Son of God,
The Redeemer of the world!

(an Ascension hymn from the Orthodox church)

Thanks to Elsa Lissel-DeCorby for her music preparing us for worship! Music feeds the soul and expresses what words alone cannot.

Mental Health suggestions this week – The first is to listen to your favorite music and maybe even move or dance to it. Second is a seated breathing exercise called “square breathing.” Sitting down with your feet firmly planted, close your eyes and breathe in for a count of 2, hold that breath for a count of 2, breath out for a count of 2, hold for a count of 2, repeat. It is a calming breathing exercise you can do almost anywhere.

I am still collecting your mental health suggestions to share with others. Your suggestion might be just what someone else needs to hear.

God bless and keep you well,

Pastor Marilyn

Worship this week https://youtu.be/m0OwwKLjAZs

Zoom communion 2 pm Sunday May 16th

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