The tree of life is tall. Ony humility can climb it. ... Follow gentle Moses and chip out the rockyplaces of your heart that they may become springs of water.
~ Abba Hyperichius
"If you have not first of all lived rightly with others, you will not be able to live rightly in solitude." ~ Abba Lucius
Season of Lent - Observed the 40 days before Easter in the Christian Calendar. This time can be a rich opportunity to explore our inner landscapes and reflect on our growing understandings of what it means to be followers of Christ. This forty day period of time can be one when we set aside intentional time and spiritual practices which encourage us to reflect and devote our selves to a deeper understanding of how God is working in our lives; through our relationships, our call to action in communities and the sharing of our unique giftedness with the world.
The desert is the context for this journey, offered in the scriptures. It is the place that immediately following Jesus' baptism, the Spirit "drove" Jesus. It is here that Jesus was tempted and tested to reveal the core of his human/divine self and to come to terms once again with his full reliance on God's power in his life. These desert places call to us now as we enter this season of Lent. This dusty, vast, empty space offers to us now a rich metaphor for these places of discovery and renewal within our own lives.
The times that we gather this season are shaped around this desert journey. What/where are the desert places in your own inner/outer landscape that you are called to explore?
Wednesday, February 17th - 6:30-8:30pm
What? Ash Wednesday - "Marking and Remembering our Soul's Paths'" -
Communal Meal & Fire Pit - Bring a veggie dish to share.
Where?: Straub/Tom abode -1030 Wetterau Ave. Louisville, KY 40217
Tuesday, February 24th - 6:30pm
What? Jesus Christ Super Star - viewing of the all time favorite rock opera, with optional dress up as your favorite new testament character. Light refreshments will be available.
Where? Carol Kraemer's abode 1936 Payne Street Louisville, KY 40206
March 10th - 6:30-8:30pm
What? Desert Places - Guided Meditation with Doug VanHouten
Where? Hara Center -1039 Ash Street, Germantown, Louisville, Kentucky 40217
March 17th - 7pm
What? Authors at the Library - Sociologist, professor, and author Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot
One of America’s leading educators, Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot is the author of The Third Chapter: Passion, Risk, And Adventure in the 25 Years After 50.
Lawrence-Lightfoot calls for a much needed cultural shift in our attitudes
toward youth and age. People are living longer and remaining engaged - about
76 million Americans are now in what Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot has dubbed “the third chapter” of life. The event is free, but tickets are required; call 574-1644 or order tickets on line
Where? Main Library, 301 York Street
March 24th - TBA
March 31st - TBA
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