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Doug Pascover's avatar

I thought it was going to get dark while I read.

I have been thinking a lot and praying some over the forces we perceive giving structure to everything and coming back to "It's just God doing what God wills." All the structure- seasons and jobs and physics and homes- has been feeling like a wish.

Another wish: the best for you and Alex and Rory. Hope your barn is filled with comforting wishes.

Marty Schafer's avatar

Perhaps this is a Sabbath Rest time for you (or year of Jubilee if you prefer.) We get so hung up on productivity and doing, that we forget that the uncomfortable in-between may be just what we need for a time. Allow yourself the time and space to just be. It's ok.

Jonas Ellison's avatar

Thank you, Marty!!

Jonas Ellison's avatar

Gaaah, thank you, dear friend! We miss you guys.

Doug Pascover's avatar

Likewise. I have a fantasy visit to you guys that is planned in my head except for the when part. If we get to a when, I'll reach out.

Jonas Ellison's avatar

Yes, open invitation!!

Doug Pascover's avatar

I trust that. To be honest, sitting on a porch and hearing one of your sermons sounds great.

Reidar Dittmann's avatar

I’m waiting to find out when the lay ministry formation program I’ve applied to will start; rather a liminal space it seems.

Your essay is wonderful and I’m so glad to hear that you are loving your new home. Please, whatever you do, keep writing. I love your work. Being an ELCA person, like me, is just a bonus.