Don't Forget

Good morning, Loved Ones,

For those who kept the gratitude going the past two weeks while I was away from all things cybernetic, I give thanks. This is the first time since email addiction has become a way of life that I have cut the cord for a full two weeks. I vacated KC and cyberspace, but I did not vacate our "Thank you very gracias" way of living. One of my favorite psalms:

Psalm 103

A David Psalm

^1-2 O my soul, bless God. From head to toe, I'll bless his holy name!
O my soul, bless God,
don't forget a single blessing!

^3-5 He forgives your sins—every one.
He heals your diseases—every one.
He redeems you from hell—saves your life!
He crowns you with love and mercy—a paradise crown.
He wraps you in goodness—beauty eternal.
He renews your youth—you're always young in his presence.

1) Today I bless the Lord for two full weeks of vacation. A few hectic and stressful moments (like when I backed into the rear door of Sam's car the morning we were leaving for Colorado! :-( ), but all in all, a great time of refreshment and relaxation.

2) Today I bless the Lord for Randy's return to KC. I give thanks that he included us in his family and allowed us to share the moment of his graduation from the National Urban Fellows Program. I give thanks that the warmth and love of his personality was evident for all to see when he spoke at the graduation. Welcome home, Randy!

3) Today I bless the Lord for the opportunity to experience New York City. I thank God for the vibrant life that pours forth every moment in that crowded place of diversity and dreams.

4) Today I bless the Lord for the beauty of the earth. I give thanks for the great expanse of Kansas, the flint hills, post rock country and the high plains. I give thanks for the soaring beauty of the Sangre de Cristo Mountians, for the quiet strength and practicality of the Wet Mountain Valley, for the rollicking power of the Arkansas River and for the Spirit given opportunity to be friends with those with whom you disagree.

5) Today I bless the Lord for all of those who picked up the slack while I was slacking. I give thanks for Pastor Alfonso's undying dedication to Christ's purpose at Grandview Park and all those who keep the ark moving forward every day.

6) Today I bless the Lord for Ebenezer Luis Saenz who provided music leadership for us for several years. The demands at Luis' home church have become too great and he has had to leave. Thank you Luis, for sharing your talent and love for the Lord with us.

There are many more blessing, but I'd better move on. It's good to be home. Bless us all with your Gimme Cinco today.

Don't forget that this Sunday is another Work 'n Worship Day. Come dressed to work. We start at 9 with the work, worship and lunch is from 11-12 and we continue to work until 2 pm. See you then.

Pastor Rick
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