Today the Episcopal Church remembers Lydia, Dorcas, and Phoebe, three servants of God who were integral to the development of the early Church. Finally, women are being seen and remembered on our calendar. With their inclusion we get a bigger picture of ministry and discipleship. It doesn't always mean leaving everyone and speaking in public. Just as crucial are the people who open their doors to others, those who clothe and feed people, those who quietly encourage or teach.
I'm always balancing my desire to go out and proclaim with my desire to make a place for others to come to. The joy of community is that we can take turns doing both, and more. As more people come to live as Companions, that flexibility will grow. We also have to balance the call to live simply with the need to have a nice enough space to welcome guests. It's a relief to remember that there's no one best way to serve.
How do you live out your love of God and others? I'd love to hear. However you do it, thank you for being part of the great chain of love. Blessings on you and your ministry (yes, that's what it is, don't be shy).
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