Letters, anecdotes, prayers, photos, songs: we welcome one and all!
During my last 2 years in High School I had a drama teacher, Mr. Kutchner. He wrote, taught, directed.... but in his heart of hearts he was "an AC - T O R"... and a pretty good one at that.
One of his oft' used lines was:...'unaccustomed as I am to public speaking.....' and he would launch into something poetic while others moaned, rolled their eyes or chuckled discreetly.
More or Less Church is here - not solely as a vehicle for my musings, descriptions, opinions, sermons, prayers or songs, but ALSO for you to send in things that would be of interest and use to the thousands of farmers who utilize the resources of the farm on a daily or near daily basis. Most of you check in here for one of Barbara's e-Mos, or the serendipitous mixed bag that is Debbie S. Loeb's HODGEPODGE or Carol Stones insightful revelations on the complex (and often convoluted) language of finance-ese in WAYS OF THE WORLD, making it possible for us non-CPA types to understand important aspects of personal and global financial planning.
When it comes to More or Less Church, 'though, I am sending out the invitation for you to write to me if you have either a question regarding liturgics or ways to modify your parish liturgy; if you have a pastoral question or situation - personal or parish wise; if you are dealing with a long-term illness or the illness of a loved one. This is a place to come with questions or struggles or joys or celebrations.
Mail sent to me here: deaconj@geraniumfarm.org will be treated with the utmost of care and confidentiality. If I don't have the answers (and I DON'T have them all) I will seek out one of my spiritual direction colleagues who may give me pointers in how you might approach the task/duty/obligation/obstacle before you.
The Geranium Farm bills itself as "down-to-earth support for living" and we want to provide that in any number of ways in any number of forums.
Dusting off an old AT&T (when 'she' was still referred to as Ma Bell) ad, "Reach out and Touch Someone" we want you to know that this is a place where compassion and empathy are grown and nurtured. That our own faith has bolstered each one of us for the individual challenges, defeats, triumphs and obstacles we have had and will have to face. You can reach out to us here. This is a growing community and it would help if, in many ways, we could know each other better. Those who write/post here hang part of our lives or expertise out there for all of you to see and share. We'd like some input from you as well - feedback on things that inspired, annoyed, provoked, consoled you. We'd also like to hear from you by way of you sending things here to share with us and the rest of the Farm's ever expanding virtual community.
No Christian, by definition, functions alone. We live to help, assist, support and be supported by others within the context of community. With God's grace, we will do our level best to address those issues - public and private - you bring to our attention. Your anonymity will be preserved, unless you expressly allow the topic you bring up to be a matter for discussion.
I've always wanted to put out in print... that you have comrades in prayer here. This is simply to state plainly what I have believed to be true all along, in every aspect of the mission statement of the Farm.
So........ without further fanfare, PLEASE feel welcomed to share your talents here with us - and to turn here as a resourse in growth and living - even when you hit a speed bump or two (and we ALL have). We're open for business 24/7. If I can't get back to you right away, I'll let you know. ALL ARE WELCOME HERE !!!
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p.s. a couple of people posted lovely comments on "..... make their life together....." entry I wrote just over a week ago. You either put your name or your initials and I would be more than happy to send you a personal note for your lovely compliments..... if could you kindly send your e-mails directly to me: deaconj@geraniumfarrm.org and I will gladly write to you directly. With thanks and affection, DJ.
One of his oft' used lines was:...'unaccustomed as I am to public speaking.....' and he would launch into something poetic while others moaned, rolled their eyes or chuckled discreetly.
More or Less Church is here - not solely as a vehicle for my musings, descriptions, opinions, sermons, prayers or songs, but ALSO for you to send in things that would be of interest and use to the thousands of farmers who utilize the resources of the farm on a daily or near daily basis. Most of you check in here for one of Barbara's e-Mos, or the serendipitous mixed bag that is Debbie S. Loeb's HODGEPODGE or Carol Stones insightful revelations on the complex (and often convoluted) language of finance-ese in WAYS OF THE WORLD, making it possible for us non-CPA types to understand important aspects of personal and global financial planning.
When it comes to More or Less Church, 'though, I am sending out the invitation for you to write to me if you have either a question regarding liturgics or ways to modify your parish liturgy; if you have a pastoral question or situation - personal or parish wise; if you are dealing with a long-term illness or the illness of a loved one. This is a place to come with questions or struggles or joys or celebrations.
Mail sent to me here: deaconj@geraniumfarm.org will be treated with the utmost of care and confidentiality. If I don't have the answers (and I DON'T have them all) I will seek out one of my spiritual direction colleagues who may give me pointers in how you might approach the task/duty/obligation/obstacle before you.
The Geranium Farm bills itself as "down-to-earth support for living" and we want to provide that in any number of ways in any number of forums.
Dusting off an old AT&T (when 'she' was still referred to as Ma Bell) ad, "Reach out and Touch Someone" we want you to know that this is a place where compassion and empathy are grown and nurtured. That our own faith has bolstered each one of us for the individual challenges, defeats, triumphs and obstacles we have had and will have to face. You can reach out to us here. This is a growing community and it would help if, in many ways, we could know each other better. Those who write/post here hang part of our lives or expertise out there for all of you to see and share. We'd like some input from you as well - feedback on things that inspired, annoyed, provoked, consoled you. We'd also like to hear from you by way of you sending things here to share with us and the rest of the Farm's ever expanding virtual community.
No Christian, by definition, functions alone. We live to help, assist, support and be supported by others within the context of community. With God's grace, we will do our level best to address those issues - public and private - you bring to our attention. Your anonymity will be preserved, unless you expressly allow the topic you bring up to be a matter for discussion.
I've always wanted to put out in print... that you have comrades in prayer here. This is simply to state plainly what I have believed to be true all along, in every aspect of the mission statement of the Farm.
So........ without further fanfare, PLEASE feel welcomed to share your talents here with us - and to turn here as a resourse in growth and living - even when you hit a speed bump or two (and we ALL have). We're open for business 24/7. If I can't get back to you right away, I'll let you know. ALL ARE WELCOME HERE !!!
_______________________________________________________
p.s. a couple of people posted lovely comments on "..... make their life together....." entry I wrote just over a week ago. You either put your name or your initials and I would be more than happy to send you a personal note for your lovely compliments..... if could you kindly send your e-mails directly to me: deaconj@geraniumfarrm.org and I will gladly write to you directly. With thanks and affection, DJ.
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