Friday, August 22, 2014

Day #228

August 16, 2014

Wow! It was quite the day! From a very early morning phone call and a dear parishioner’s death to a full afternoon and into the evening time helping out at a “Back to School Blast.” Often there is the tension between life and death, but on a day like today, the reality of how fragile life can be is made very real.

Going from a hospital to a funeral home and then to an event of over 475 people, majority of them kids, and their having a great time playing games, eating hot dogs, listening to music, and bouncing around, reminded me of how precious (and important) it is to make the most of every day.

The kids had a great time and the pastor who spearheaded organizing the day was glowing. His dream of serving others in this way came to fruition today. What a joy!

Now what happens next year to top this? And how much more participation can we encourage?

Blessings.

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