I love nature: from the towering trees to waterfalls; from the blazing sun to the winter snow. I love the brilliant equilibrium of the system (and sometimes fear we are trying to push it out of balance). The Bible begins in a garden -- and we humans are tasked with taking care of creation. The weather today is supposed to be beautiful, and I look forward to spending a little time this afternoon (Mon. 9/6) hiking with you, taking some time to appreciate part of the amazing diversity of this wonderful world in which we live.
Lord God Almighty, you hold the delicate dance of the world in balance. Help us to take the time to appreciate the flowers, wind, shade, and rain. Remind us of our duty to steward your world, and help us to do it well. In Jesus' name we pray. AMEN.
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Hiking GREAT FALLS: Mon 9/6, leaving campus at Noon (returning by 4pm). We'll head to Great Falls National Park for some hiking and spending some time in nature while the weather is still so nice. Meet at the Sandy Creek Shuttle Stop. Facebook event.
Theology Pub: Tues 9/7, 5pm-7pm in the Mason Rathskeller (lower level of SUB 1). We'll order food/drink and chat about God, life, theology, and where they instersect. You do not need to a certain age to join us -- ALL are welcome! Facebook event.
747 Creative Christian Worship: Wed 9/8 at 7:47pm in JC meeting room C (3rd floor) -- Bring your whole self (and a friend), your voice matters! We'll worship together, and learn from each other. Facebook event. Locations for future weeks can be found at http://GMU747.org
Book club: Are you interested in reading & discussing "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis? Meet Chris Bergtholdt in SUB1 Patriots Lounge (near room 207) at 1:30pm on Thurs 9/9 for an introduction to the book, to meet each other, and to borrow a copy of the book (limited availability). Expect this to run 4-5 weeks.
Labyrinth: Tue 9/14, Noon-4pm: JC meeting room D (3rd floor) -- walking a labyrinth is an ancient tool for prayer and meditation. More details on the Facebook event.
747 Worship at the Mathy House (home of President and Mrs. Merten) on Wed. 9/15, 7pm-9pm. Transportation provided -- mark your calendar now, and email us to RSVP (space is limited). Facebook event.
Million Minutes for Peace: We're proud to partner in the "Million Minutes for Peace Campaign." Together we're working to collect one million pledges to pray for peace for one minute at noon on the United Nations International Day of Peace (9/21). Visit http://amillionminutesforpeace.org/ to watch the 60-second video and join us by pledging your prayer for peace. Thank you and may peace prevail on earth.
"Faith Chat" -- Pastor Darcy Percy will be having a lunchtime discussion group in the JC on Wednesdays (lasting approx. 5 weeks). We're taking suggestions for the time, so that those who are interested aren't stuck in class, if possible. Let us know ASAP what works best for you between 10:30am-3:30pm. (Assume it will end up being roughly an hour/week.)
"BE STILL & KNOW" Fall Retreat to the BEACH: October 8-10 in Ocean City, MD with Lutheran Campus Ministry groups from across Maryland & Delaware. Cost is $20 if this is your first LCM trip ($40 otherwise / scholarships available if needed). Mark your calendar now -- you won't want to miss this!
Win an iPod Touch, study Bible, Starbucks gift card, free retreat registration, T-shirt, & more! Current GMU students on our email list will be part of periodic drawings to win one of several prizes. Winners must claim prizes within one week of each announcement. Starting soon!
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There is a lot more coming -- and don't forget to join the Facebook group & invite your friends:
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Grace and peace,
Ben
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