March 11, 2026
Lenten Greetings,
There is a heaviness on our hearts and our bodies. Indeed, we are a tired and weary people. Anne Lamott wrote, "We are exhausted and depleted, and we need to rest because we have bodies and souls that are wiped out by the cortisol dump of daily life."
Yesterday I spent time with my colleagues looking at the text for the upcoming Pentecost season. On July 5th we will hear these words from the gospel of Matthew, "Come to me, all you that are wearing and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
We can't find solace in the world. We find comfort in the invitation that Jesus offers. To nestle into his care and carry his burden of love and compassion for one another. May we take time to seek the rest that Jesus offers to each of us. May this invitation be rest for your weary soul.
However you journey, walk with Christ,
Pastor JJ
There is a heaviness on our hearts and our bodies. Indeed, we are a tired and weary people. Anne Lamott wrote, "We are exhausted and depleted, and we need to rest because we have bodies and souls that are wiped out by the cortisol dump of daily life."
Yesterday I spent time with my colleagues looking at the text for the upcoming Pentecost season. On July 5th we will hear these words from the gospel of Matthew, "Come to me, all you that are wearing and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
We can't find solace in the world. We find comfort in the invitation that Jesus offers. To nestle into his care and carry his burden of love and compassion for one another. May we take time to seek the rest that Jesus offers to each of us. May this invitation be rest for your weary soul.
However you journey, walk with Christ,
Pastor JJ
