Today we had a total eclipse in Chile and Argentina. I went to Nebraska a couple years ago for the total eclipse there, a memorable experience.
In 2024 we will have a total eclipse in Texas, stretching from the Eagle Pass area northeast through the Hill Country to Dallas and then to Maine.
If you can reach the path of totality, I encourage you to experience this total solar eclipse.
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