So the 148th day of 2017 started off a bit emotionally. At Church, we "sent off" Pastor Michael to his sabbatical work with refugees in Sicily. And, as he alluded to, every ending allows for a new beginning. 5/28/17 was also our starting with Pastor Bob Robinson as he fills in for the Summer. Bob is a long-time member of the congregation who has just retired as an Old Testament Professor and I cannot think of anyone else better for the position. And, just as I am sad when students graduate, but happy for the sense of Commencement as they begin their lives post-graduation, I feel the same way for Michael, even though this is just three months. Thinking about it, sometimes we all need to let go, enjoy the transitions, and go with the flow. I am inspired to take my own words to heart, I hope I can practice what I preach (see what I did there?) We have a lot of transitions coming our way in the next few years.... just need to sit back and enjoy the ride. And, although the Hymn of the Week is no longer the theme for Sundays in 2017, I could not let this one go by without this wonderful song.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLp85eLlaIM
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