Lent Fast!

Moments ago I wrote on my "wall" of Facebook the following:

Facebook friends/family... as of this coming March 5th (Ash Wednesday) my Lent fast from Facebook/social media/on-line gaming will begin. I will use my FB/gaming/social media time for reading, prayer, reflection and maybe even a nap! 

During those 46 days until Easter if you have a birthday- make it happy! If you or a loved one has something sad or tragic happen- I am praying. If you, your kid or pet does something amazing- I am applauding. I realize that I will miss all of March Madness on FB- but such is a sacrifice. You know which team I cheer for (Go Blue Devils). 

If you really, really need me- go old school to call 317-852-2541 or email me (mknight@calvaryunited.org). I am eager for a deep and meaningful Lent. How about you?

Some time during Advent the thought grabbed me that I am over-addicted to my phone, Facebook, social media, on-line games etc.  Thus, my Lent fast began during Advent as I pondered what life would be like without any of these new toys, distractions, and addictions.  yes, social media is a terrific communication tool.  It is not evil.  But how I have become addicted to it bothers me.  

I do hope to spend time here with some reflections about how my time in scripture, reflections and prayer has re-shaping me during this holy season.

As Pastor Todd or I will say during our liturgy on Wednesday - "I invite you, therefore, in the name of the Church, to observe a holy Lent: by self-examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and meditating on God's Holy Word."

Survived the Confirmation Retreat, again!

Twelve disciples and Jesus- that sounds about right.  Doesn't it?!

Pictured here are our twelve confirmation students with a bronze life-sized rendition of Jesus who is holding the broken bread in his hands.

Athletic, puny, smart, sassy, quiet, musical, artistic, loving, compassionate, silly- this describes our confirmation class of 12.

Our weekend retreat accomplished all of the goals and objectives: 1) teach about worship and sacraments; 2) spend time together as a group creating community; 3) practice worship in three different and unique ways; 4) compare these various worship experiences and thus to appreciate the church universal.

Yet, what I re-learned this weekend is how ripe we all are (no matter our age to stage) to dig deeper and ponder more eternal, holy and spiritual things.  This group of disciples is not so intimidated that they will not ask tough questions. Nor will they refrain from pondering deeply to as to make amazing connections and thus integrate their faith and their lives.

They amaze me!

Winter Weary

My competitive nature has been appeased because we have had our snowiest winter on record in Central Indiana!  But my flip-flop-wearing-summer-lovin' self is at a loss without her Mustang convertible.

I actually uncovered the car last week.  Just opening the door with the smell of leather wafting in the air, I sat in the front seat.  Immediately my frozen soul began to melt.  Ah!

Weary of winter that is me...

Add to the snowy weather the past three weeks my husband and I have traded germs, colds, congestion, fevers, and overall "ick".  I am now sick of the ick.

So after more medication, spraying Lysol all over the house, and resting I am in recovery... hoping and hoping for Spring and with her return- health & wellness.

Come on Spring!

Love Day!

Happy St. Valentine's Day!  I hope you have shared with your loved ones, friends and "besties"/BFF's how much they mean to you and expressed your affection for them.

Me- I got up early this morning and drove to two local pharmacies so that my husband had his Tamiflu and soft tissues.  I am a hopeless romantic!

Dinner over candlelight and a vomit bucket will be chicken noodles soup and dry toast.  For desert I have lined up some Popsicles (kept cool outside on the deck).

Romance and disease are in the air!  :)  Now, curious, which one is the disease?!