Scattered Thoughts
Please don't try to find a unifying theme in tonight's post....there isn't one. Just some random thoughts after a somewhat scattered day...
Church COVID Crisis Joke:
So...Easter was a little different this year. Jesus was resurrected, but when he left the tomb he saw his shadow and ran back inside and now we've got 6 more weeks of Lent! 😲
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It's been a rough couple of weeks for Bo, my canine companion. Two weeks ago he had surgery to remove a tumor on his backside. He did so well under anesthesia that they decided to clean his teeth, too. Poor guy! After the complication of an infection and antibiotics, he is doing well...so well, in fact, that today he got a bath. He was less than thrilled--and his crying didn't shorten the ordeal, because I was too busy giggling at how much (when sopping wet) he resembles a very soggy rat.
I think he's forgiven me--at least he ate my peace offering of chicken treats. Tomorrow will be a better doggy day. Perhaps that's a good catch phrase for all of us right now: Tomorrow will be a better doggy day.
Yesterday I spoke to a pastor friend who is set to retire in June. He's been working from home due to the coronavirus situation, and claims that his wife has already taken to hiding in the closet occasionally just to get some peace and quiet. On a serious note, there has been a sharp increase in domestic violence around the world as couples and families are forced into close quarters together. Let's pray for our own patience during this time--and for safety and protection for those who are in danger.
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I've had several requests for a Zoom conference call on Sunday morning for anyone who'd like to participate. I will set up a Zoom time for fellowship and prayer, and send out the computer and telephone link tomorrow. It's been a long week since Easter--let's check in with each other. Sunday morning, 10am, bring your own coffee or tea. Watch for the email with connection info.
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Bishop Karen Oliveto and the District Superintendents put together a 30-minute worship service for this coming weekend. Check it out to hear some different voices leading in worship--and Bishop Karen is always great to listen to.
Go to www.mtnskyumc.org. Click on "Communications" tab, and then on "Videos." This worship video is first on the list.
Prayer Updates: Sharon Porter continues in quarantine, but reports that she has had only mild symptoms and has everything she needs; Connie White is in ICU at the Cortez hospital, but does not have COVID-19. She is being treated for bacterial pneumonia. Our world is a crazy place right now--let's pray for calm thoughtfulness to replace angry actions.
Ecclesiastes 3:1
There’s a season for everything
and a time for every matter under the heavens.
Peace and all good,
Pastor Jean
Church COVID Crisis Joke:
So...Easter was a little different this year. Jesus was resurrected, but when he left the tomb he saw his shadow and ran back inside and now we've got 6 more weeks of Lent! 😲
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It's been a rough couple of weeks for Bo, my canine companion. Two weeks ago he had surgery to remove a tumor on his backside. He did so well under anesthesia that they decided to clean his teeth, too. Poor guy! After the complication of an infection and antibiotics, he is doing well...so well, in fact, that today he got a bath. He was less than thrilled--and his crying didn't shorten the ordeal, because I was too busy giggling at how much (when sopping wet) he resembles a very soggy rat.
Yesterday I spoke to a pastor friend who is set to retire in June. He's been working from home due to the coronavirus situation, and claims that his wife has already taken to hiding in the closet occasionally just to get some peace and quiet. On a serious note, there has been a sharp increase in domestic violence around the world as couples and families are forced into close quarters together. Let's pray for our own patience during this time--and for safety and protection for those who are in danger.
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I've had several requests for a Zoom conference call on Sunday morning for anyone who'd like to participate. I will set up a Zoom time for fellowship and prayer, and send out the computer and telephone link tomorrow. It's been a long week since Easter--let's check in with each other. Sunday morning, 10am, bring your own coffee or tea. Watch for the email with connection info.
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Bishop Karen Oliveto and the District Superintendents put together a 30-minute worship service for this coming weekend. Check it out to hear some different voices leading in worship--and Bishop Karen is always great to listen to.
Go to www.mtnskyumc.org. Click on "Communications" tab, and then on "Videos." This worship video is first on the list.
Prayer Updates: Sharon Porter continues in quarantine, but reports that she has had only mild symptoms and has everything she needs; Connie White is in ICU at the Cortez hospital, but does not have COVID-19. She is being treated for bacterial pneumonia. Our world is a crazy place right now--let's pray for calm thoughtfulness to replace angry actions.
Ecclesiastes 3:1
There’s a season for everything
and a time for every matter under the heavens.
Peace and all good,
Pastor Jean
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