Don Harrison
“For last year’s words belong to last year’s language and next year’s words await another voice.” — T.S. Eliot
As we transition to a new year of fellowship and new leadership, I find myself in that strangely familiar posture of both looking backward and looking forward simultaneously. There is much that we can find to be grateful for over the past year, from buying down our mortgage and installing a new HVAC to celebrating our accreditation as a Green Sanctuary. Our congregation has supported Opportunity Place and the generosity of our members has fed their residents. There is the remembrance of shared fellowship in Family Nights and potluck gatherings as well as the successful Dining for Dollars meals together in small groups. We found ourselves inspired and entertained by Peter Mayer and called to introspection and spiritual growth by our minister Rod Debs, and guest speakers including Nels Oas. We have weathered challenges together and celebrated successes together. In the year to come, we will have many more opportunities for service, caring fellowship and spiritual growth. I want to thank this beloved community for your support and friendship over this past year. I look forward to hearing new voices, including each of yours, as we continue our journey together into the new year. Remember that we are willing to be changed by your presence among us.