"Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it" (Hebrews 13:2).

Unfortunately, we are taught the message of Hebrews 13:2 was, essentially, "Be kind to everyone because you never know when the stranger is actually an angel, and you don't want to miss out on that." But Hebrews 13:1 tells us, "Let mutual love continue."

When we pursue mutual love, we start to recognize strangers as angels, to meet strangers and neighbors alike as embodied messengers of God's goodness and grace. Mutual love requires us to grapple with just how hard it can be to love our neighbors...and ourselves.

Bring your backpack or workbag and get it blessed for the new year!

Worship Lead: Shirley Durr

Liturgist: Nan Rice

We will be worshipping outside on the front lawn so bring a chair to share! ALL ARE WELCOME!