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I cannot believe that I am writing the cover article for the January, 2012 SonRise! The writing part I can believe... the 2012 part, not so much. I have always welcomed a new year as a fresh chance to "get things right," things like this year I will file my income taxes early; this year I will practice minimalism. These are not novel resolutions for 2012. They have been on my list of 'fresh start' strategies since maybe Y2K. I have resolved myself to the fact that specific items on my new 'to do' list probably won't happen. But I am pretty good at playing 'what if' for the new year. January is usually the month for our annual meeting, and this year will be no exception. Following the 10:30 service, on Sunday, January 15, we will assemble in the parish hall for business and pleasure—pleasure being food and fellowship; business being a review of what has happened over the last year, reports, presentation of the 2012 budget, and vestry elections... which brings me to a 'what if' for every Ascensionite. 'What if' you agreed to serve on the vestry? You can get a definition of a vestry from any number of sources—from the Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Church to Wikipedia—but a definition doesn't worship here or break bread here or care where 'here' is. Of course, vestries have job descriptions, but it is the blend of multi-talented individuals that annually leaves its mark for all of us. The Episcopal Church Foundation says that serving on a vestry is an adventure of faith. 'What if' you agreed to embark on that adventure? 'What if' you brought your unique point of view and your unique talents to the table? Ascension needs every voice. Please pray about offering yours. Susan+ Click here to read from past Son Rises.
The Episcopal Church of the Ascension in Hattiesburg, Mississippi is a church community united by a joyful, caring spirit and a commitment to outreach to Hattiesburg and beyond. Ascension values the unique resources, skills, and talents of all individuals and welcome their use. At the Church of the Ascension we celebrate God's love through worship, education, mutual support, and outreach to our church family, the University of Southern Mississippi, and the larger community. We nurture the continued growth of our spiritual community. |
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