The apocalyptic language of the book of Revelation is full of images and poetry that convey both a deep-rooted sense that things in the present are wrong and also (unlike apocalyptic or dystopian books and films of the present) a firm belief in God’s transformative love.
Alongside Revelation, we’ll hear words Jesus spoke about the centrality of love, and lines from the poetry of T.S.Eliot. Do these words speak worries, fears, and hopes that are on our hearts?
What hope do we find in a new heaven and a new earth, and in God’s words “I am the beginning and the end”?
Our music includes the hymn “Joyful, Joyful We Adore You” as well as the anthem “Heaven’s Gonna Be My Home.”
In the Wild
Join us on the church lawn at 9:15am this Sunday for our All Ages In the Wild gathering.
This month we will talk briefly about the Psalms, and then create our own psalm (a song of thanksgiving for creation). If you remember, you can bring paper, pens, and something to colour with (we’ll have some as well). We’ll also have an option of building a “monument” as a physical way of recognizing and praising God as we engage with nature.
Looking Ahead
Sunday, May 22 Matt will be away, and we are pleased to welcome back Sharon Beckstead as our Music Director for the week! Our theme will be Peace, and we will hear Makiko’s anthem Kamome (Seagulls) as we mark Asian Heritage Month.
Then, on May 29 we continue our Healing Series by reflecting on the healing power of Music. We are also planning for a small role reversal, as Matt leads our prayers and Emily plays for our sung prayer response!