Some Sabbatical Thoughts

July 31, 2017 Uncategorized

It’s been a rich time so far, as I’m doing a variety of activities during this gracious gift of a sabbatical. I have:

met with several people for ideas and advice on spirituality (parishioners and others, including the Rev. Rob Marston, who recommended a monastery on the Hudson River – to visit, not take vows!)
visited the Barnes Museum in Philadelphia (one of the most extensive collections of French Impressionist painting anywhere)
attended a high-quality organist convention in Richmond
worked on a communion anthem that embraces the idea of presenting all aspects of ourselves to God at the rail, asking for redemptive help in areas of our lives that fall short
enjoyed books lent by parishioners (you know, those books that come along at the time your life needs them)
intentionally spent more time outdoors, listening, looking, appreciating visited other churches (Episcopal and others) and spent a day with the Kairos ministry at Nottoway Prison

More to come later,

Brad Norris