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and what they mean from the heart. And he was remarkably and reassuringly
sensitive and compassionate when he could see those around him – young
people, especially, or older people – involved in the battle. He never stood
apart, frowned, or judged. And, such is my conclusion from knowing him
for many years, he was never shocked – just accepting of where people found
themselves. Almost certainly from reflecting on himself, as from anything else,
he was too aware of our human weaknesses to be otherwise. And we loved him
for this.
Well done, Les for helping us feel there is hope for us.
Well done, for bringing God down out of the sky into our experiences of
life as they unfold for us.
Well done, friend, for connecting us with a God of compassion, patience
and understanding; and for doing it from a conviction that came from deep
within you and from your heart.
New Church Journey Program – 2014-15
What Would Love Do?
This year’s New Church Journey Program, What Would Love Do?, is based on
the parable in Matthew 25 about different kinds of neighbors and how we are to
respond to them. Official launch dates throughout the Church are October 5, 2014,
and February 1, 2015.
This seven-week series, designed for small groups, was prepared by Sasha
Silverman and the Rev. John Odhner in General Church Outreach. It is described as
“a thoughtful and compassionate exploration of New Church teachings on loving
the neighbor.”
The Journey Program is designed to help participants with their spiritual growth
by applying the Lord’s teachings to everyday life. Each session provides a clear
approach for reading, discussing and celebrating spiritual transformation.
It includes a framework for supporting individual study, community worship, small
group meetings and community service.
Visit http://bit.ly/WWLDProgram to learn about resources and materials for the
program, and how to get involved.
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