In yesterday's Spiritual Practice Group, we read a poem by John Wesley (the founder of methodism). Before now, we've always done our personal contemplation about scripture, but I thought we could try something new. 

As I have shared before, and as we all perhaps know- latest reports indicate that about 1,500 migrants have arrived to Chicago from Texas and more continue to arrive almost every day. There are indications that as many as 10,000 migrants could arrive in Chicago by the end of the calendar year. This means there is ongoing need for donations to help provide and welcome these persons/families.

I have an exciting update to share with you! We are now officially beginning the brainstorming process for the social justice work we will be doing together as a church! I'm hoping that everybody, and I do mean every single person, will participate in this process. It's easy, and it means a lot to us to have everyone's input.