3401 Bellaire Drive South Fort Worth, 76109 817-926-4631 www.fortworthtrinity.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ FortWorthTrinity Twitter: @TrinityEpiscFW Rector: The Rev. Carlye J. Hughes [email protected]Associate Rector for Children, Families & Young Adults: The Rev. Dr. Andrew Wright [email protected]Operations Manager: Christopher Thomas [email protected]Business Manager: Jackie Robinson [email protected]Communications Manager: Sarah Martinez [email protected]Parish Administrator: Paula Gartman [email protected]“Now if you are unwilling to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served in the re- gion beyond the River or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15 I cannot count the times and places where I have seen a plaque, painting or pillow beautifully adorned with the words, “But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” I have always liked seeing those statements of faith in various homes I have visited, and for years have kept my eye out for just the right version for my home. Sometimes we need to see the words in print to remind us of our identity and to guide our actions. Imagine saying those words all through the day, at the start of each activity or in- teraction, while planning for the future, when in discussion or disagreement…But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” Reading the paper, listening to the news, and responding to debates we are transformed as we say, “But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” Saying, thinking, and living into those words returns us to a special facet of God’s grace—the ability to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with our God. In some way, every day we are encouraged to forget our identity and to serve the gods of the culture. People of faith are as suscepti- ble to consumerism, scarcity, anxiety, hoarding, and an end- less focus on self as those caught hopelessly in the powerful currents of our culture. It is the grace of God time and again that leads us to serve God instead of ourselves. God’s grace guides us and our households to serve the Lord. Thankfully we do not rely on our own power. We simply make a choice to follow, and God over time gives us the grace to live boldly. When we do our lives become a tangible and visible example of the words, “But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” More tangible, more visible, and more beautiful than any plaque, painting, or pillow could be. Grace and peace, Top 4 things to know about Saturday Suppers: 1. You’re invited. Yes, you! 2. It’s a casual affair. Parishioners take turns hosting this informal meal where good food and good con- versation reigns! 3. Bring yourself, a covered dish and the beverage of your choice (if desired). 4. Hosts are needed...can you help? Saturday Supper hosts are needed for the following dates: Dec. 15, 2013; Feb. 15, 2014; March 15, 2014 and May 18, 2014. The host provides the place, an ap- petizer, the plates/cups/flatware (paper or plastic is fine!) coffee and tea. Please contact Mary Sheldon via email at [email protected] if you are able to fill one of the dates.
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