FB friends of mine recognize this s my usual birthday greeting. It fits people of all faiths too.
A pastor from another synod got my greeting and took three older and poorer members of his congregation out for dinner following a Bible study on the pastor's birthday. He sent me a picture of him remembering the poor.
What is your favorite birthday greeting? Do you have any birthday traditions?
Both Bishop Eaton and Bishop Briner have suggested congregations not have remote or virtual Holy Communion services. I suggest First Lutheran abide by this advice and not have Holy Communion services
The poncho-like vestment worn at most worship services is to be worn by the presiding minister at Holy Communion. Since there was no sacrament, the vestment was not worn.
Church signs with message boards like the one at First Lutheran Church in Edinburg can create some interesting situations. Sometimes the sign does not communicate what is intended. Following 9/11 at