Dear friends,
Thank you for the gift of a most wonderful sabbatical that was truly a time of rest and renewal. I am grateful for the leadership that kept things running smoothly and efficiently. Returning has been an easy transition and the “welcome home” from so many of you has been heartfelt.
I have been asked what I read during my leave and to my surprise I was able to enjoy many great books. I have included the list below for your reference. I recommend them all.
This month I look forward to celebrating our high school graduate, Marji Rawlings and all of the recipients of The Lawrence Mason Scholarship. This is such a great gift from our church to those who are continuing their education and get to feel the support of their community.
The pilgrimage exploring our Anglican and Huguenot roots to England and France is finally upon us. I look forward to traveling with the group in recognition of our 325th Anniversary. I am most appreciative of Elisabet Goodwyn’s organization and leadership in this pilgrimage. Please keep us in your prayers for safe travels and spiritual growth.
I want to thank Nicole Goots for the work that she did with our youth during the first half of the year. Nicole’s enthusiasm helped us to see an area with our youth that needs our attention. I will be working with Marion and the Vestry to seek the right person to fill this role and will hopefully make an announcement soon. As Nicole turns her focus on building her real estate practice we wish her the best.
I look forward to seeing you all and reconnecting soon.
Blessings,
Gini+
Gini’s Sabbatical Reading List:
The Book of Lost Friends – Lisa Wingate
Through Gates of Splendor – Elisabeth Elliot
Theo of Golden – Allen Levi
Daughters of Palestine – Leyla King (A colleague that I met at CREDO)
The Sacred Enneagram – Christopher L. Heuertz
The Monacan Indians: Our Story – Karenne Wood and Diane Shields
Art and the Christian Apocrypha – David R. Cartlidge and J. Keith Elliott