This has been a summer of trying new things.... in worship at least! Starting back in June we began to slowly rearrange our worship space. We moved the pulpit and adjusted the chairs for a more intimate setting. In August we also moved the piano so Lesley would not be so far away from our 'circle.' Throughout June, July and August we focused on sermon series and experimented with a more interactive style.

Two Sundays ago the congregation created the sermon by spontaneously sharing about Spiritual Gifts. Last Sunday we joined together in a Healing Service as our Healing Prayer Team offered their Spiritual Gifts to those in need.

I've enjoyed these weeks of 'trying new things.' I heard very few concerns. Partly, I think this is due to the fact that folks knew that this was a temporary thing. People could enjoy the changes with out being anxious that they were going to be permanent. We are planning to go back to a more 'traditional' style in the fall. I also think the Spirit worked among us this summer to open our hearts to experience God in different ways.

I hope that we can continue in the spirit of adventure even as we move back to our 'regular' way of doing worship. And I would love to hear your thoughts about the changes.... what you liked, what you didn't like, and what you would like to 'keep' as we move ahead.