Dear Family & Friends of Christ Church, 

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Yesterday afternoon the call came on my cell phone. One of our local community groups was in a bind. The weather was not cooperating with an outdoor event they had spent months planning. Could we help? Jenny and I were trying to squeeze in a final family day before the kids go back to school, so I called up one of our leaders. The group was quickly moved to our space, and I returned my focus to our family.

 

An hour or so later, my phone rang again. The moment I saw who was calling, my mind connected the dots. Another group was already scheduled to be in our space that day. In my hurry to be helpful, I had double-booked.

 

You might be surprised to learn how common it is for our space to accommodate multiple organizations and events, in addition to our ministries and programs. Then again, if you have spent any time in the beautiful place we are blessed to call home, you might not be so surprised.

 

62 Main Street and the many dwellings that we steward are the brick-and-mortar nerve center of our community life; a visible sign to others of the vitality and faithfulness present in this exceptional parish. I am so proud of the ways we use the gift of this space to make mission possible, for us and for others who share our vision and values.

 

Both groups pivoted with grace yesterday. When checking in today, I heard about some of the conversations and connections that were shared between members of each organization. While I am sorry for the unintended mix-up, I am heartened that these two partners had the chance to encounter and learn more about the other. In a time where so many can feel cut off and siloed, I am delighted that such bridge-building would take place under our roof.