I have found the hummingbirds of the Rio Grande Valley to be a good distraction. They cause me to think about their lives and the lives of other creatures in nature and to think less about myself.
What in nature gives you a needed diversion? What other birds and animals should I seek outside to enjoy?
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