Sunday, 11 November 2012, 5:30 pm, 618 Locust Street
According to Wikipedia, Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans. Observed on November 11, it coincides with other international holidays such as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day, which also mark the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. The significance of November 11 is because major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 with the German signing of the Armistice.
In considering this Sunday, the Worship Planning Workgroup realized we are all somehow shaped by veterans. After all, almost all Gatherers are either veterans or children, spouses, siblings, friends, or parents of veterans. We wondered about the effects of serving in the military on one's soul and spiritual journey. In addition, we wondered how being a veteran impacts one's religious beliefs and/or faith journey. So, in the best Gathering style, we'll have a conversation with some of our veterans - Larry, Tim, Les, and Crockett have agreed to share some of their military experiences with us. In addition to story sharing, we'll also examine the Just War theory and theology as well as the Just Peace church movement.
Our financial offering will be designated for Meals for the Elderly because as Ann points out, many veterans are currently served by Meals for the Elderly. In addition, we will continue our special November offering effort to bring dry and canned goods for Project Dignidad. Since this is the second Sunday of the month, we will not have pot luck.
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