Today’s readings invite us into seeing prosperity with the eyes of God. First, we hear how God delights in our fruitfulness and ask God to show us the ways and teach us the paths. The Gospel story of the merciful Samaritan shows us in what kind of fruitfulness God finds delight. Remember: The story of the Samaritan, the priest, and the Levite (uh-oh, sounds like a joke is coming) is a parable and parables are always mysteries. What will the Holy Spirit reveal to you this Sunday in this parable? Will you learn more about God who relentlessly cares for those in need, who embraces us with tender compassion?
Jesus is not just reminding us to be nice, helpful, and generous. He is proclaiming the good news that God’s grace comes to us even—and especially—when we are at our worst, even before we cry out for help.
SUNDAY: July 14
Holy Communion
9 am – First, Chariton
11 am – Christ the Servant, Corydon
1 pm – Slavic Worship
available daily through July 16.
MONDAY: July 15
10 am – 3 pm: GiF Retreat at Jericho Hills
7 pm – Quilt Guild in Fireside Room
TUESDAY: July 16
Noon: CTS Women’s Bible Study
(location to be announced)
4:30 pm – CTS Task Force
WEDNESDAY: July 17
THURSDAY: July 18
9 am – FLC Quilting
7 pm – Slavic Worship
FRIDAY: July 19
Office Closed
Newsletter Deadline
SATURDAY: July 20
NEXT SUNDAY: July 21
Cinnamon Roll Sunday
Holy Communion
9 am – First, Chariton
11 am – Christ the Servant, Corydon
1 pm – Slavic Worship