This afternoon the weather here was gorgeous, bright, blue skies and puffy clouds, a bit nippy but fresh and clear. Mieke arrived from New York, Kate had already done the grocery shopping, and a few of us met at the retreat center this afternoon after a lovely drive from Detroit.
The hospitality bags are now organized, with gorgeous scarves knitted with love by women in a Presbyterian Women Circle, which were then dedicated in worship last Sunday. They prayed for each participant as they were being made. There are also many more goodies, including home-made soap that a participant made special for each of us and Presbyterian Welcome John Calvin Mint Tins.
The energy is relaxed and high, we had a lovely meal cooked on the grill this evening and have already shared many laughs. We look forward to the place buzzing tomorrow with arrivals--there will be 20 Inquirers and Candidates this year as well as several resource people.
We hope you continue to visit! Comments of support will be read each morning and evening to the whole group.
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May the grace of Christ, the power of the Spirit, the love of God enfold you. May this be a weekend of clarity and strength. May it and each of you be blessed.
You were prayed for in our small town this night.
Friends, enjoy this time to be refreshed and reaffirmed in the knowledge of God's love for you and your calling to the ordained ministry.
Grace and peace to you all.
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