To rally --- to gather together; to create momentum and go forward; to come back. Today in mainline Protestant churches was the celebration of Rally Day, the start of the Christian Education year. While in the local church, this was always a time of great anticipation for me as I looked forward to teaching and learning and the rush of watching people grow in their understanding and faith.
My mother taught Sunday School for over 65 years! On Saturday evenings, Mom would be up late putting the final touches on her lesson, which she had worked on all week. She provided the example of the importance of education and to take seriously the opportunity to teach and to put forth one's best effort.
What are you doing to spark your spirit and strengthen your faith? Where do you find spiritual nourishment?
For me, I am focusing on simplifying. My curriculum are the writings of Sister Joan Chittister, OSB and Robert Fulghum.
And you???
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Who knew Rally was more than just a candy bar? Fall...the time when life seems to slow down and the earth gets a little sleepy with shorter days and people doing more inside activities...is a great time for growing and learning. Thanks for the reminder to spark spirit and strengthen faith. Very well done.
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