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Thought of the Day, June 4, 2020

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THOUGHT OF THE DAY: ​I have two thoughts for us this morning, friends. First, I’d love for you to take a look at this prayer in a time of anger, unrest, and injustice. It’s from the PCUSA ​HERE​, and it is beautifully stated. Next, though it’s been a “thought of the day” before, I’m thinking about the spiritual practice of gratitude​ these days. How do you practice gratitude? Maybe it’s as simple as listing three things that you’re grateful for when you sip your morning or tea, or maybe you have a gratitude journal or list somewhere. Whatever it is, make sure to name the things you’re grateful for. It’s a proven practice for emotional and spiritual wellness. 
 

PRAYER REQUESTS: ​Let’s pray for: Peace and justice in our city, state, nation and world. Racial  justice. Healthcare and essential workers. Art and Suzanne Pitz, as they grieve the loss of  Suzanne’s sister-in-law, Carla. Jan Palmer, who is recovering from surgery. Pat Kreibich and Phil  Slocum who is fighting cancer. Marion Young, who grieves the death of her son, Greg. Do you have  a prayer request you’d like to include in this bulletin? Please email or text Pastor Traci.    

OFFICE HOURS​: ​Next week, June 8-12, I will be in the office during the following hours and times.  Please feel free to stop by. (or set up an appointment to chat)  If you’d like to chat, we’ll be at  least 6 feet apart. We can also chat outside, where there’s fresh air! Please bring a mask to wear  in case we can’t maintain the 6 feet of distance. Of course, I’m still available for zoom and phone  calls as well. I encourage everyone to maintain as much safety and social distance as possible.    

Monday 6/8 : 10am - 3pm     Tuesday 6/9: 10:30am - 12:30 pm  Wednesday 6/10: 10am - 3pm      Thursday 6/11: 10am - 3pm    Friday 6/12: 10am - 1pm  
 
 
CARD FOR JESUS: ​Our custodian, Jesus, will be retiring from the school system this summer (though he’ll still be working for EPC!) Cheryl Turek is facilitating a thank you for his work. There’s a piece of paper on the welcome table at EPC that you can sign if you have a key or code to the church. Alternatively, send an email thank you to Cheryl Turek ​ with your message. Thank you for your support and love! 

COMMUNION: THIS SUNDAY is the Lord’s Supper. Please bring bread and juice (or whatever you have to symbolize the bread and juice) and plan to meet on Zoom at 10:30 ​https://zoom​ ​.us/j/515981426 
 

THIRTY MINUTE CHECK IN: ​Don’t forget to sign up for a check in if you need to talk. We can do a video or voice chat. My calendar is available ​HERE​.  (New: we can also do a check in at a safe social distance as well. I’ve adjusted my calendar to be available during times that I’m in the office, so if you’ll be coming by, just indicate that.)
 

JUNE BOOK STUDY:​ ​We’ll be studying the book ​Everything Happens for a Reason and Other Lives I have Loved. ​ The study will be on June 24 at 7:00 p.m. 
 

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WEDNESDAY ZOOM MEETINGS: All meetings start at 7:00 p.m.  Next Zoom Meeting on June 10 at 7:00 p.m.  Zoom Meeting Link is: ​https://zoom​ ​.us/j/515981426.
 

PRAYER WALL​: Add to our growing prayer wall, ​HERE.​.                                                                                                         
Love to all, in Christ,    

Pastor Traci 

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