12/04/2005

Lutherans...

...are great! I went to a Lutheran church this morning and had a great time.

I even took communion. So, in two weeks, I've had communion with the Chaldean Catholics and the Lutherans. It's great to be a part of God's church.

One thing that these California Lutherans do is something called a "Blessing Bag." They have plastic bags made with the church's info and people fill them with nonperishable food items. Then - and this is the great part - they keep them in their cars to give out to homeless people as they see them! I mean, that idea is so simple and perfect. Why didn't I think of that!

What did you think of my pictures? Pretty lovely out here. Now, I know why people risk their lives to live out here: It is gorgeous every single day.

4 comments:

Craig said...

Great pictures, I think it is time for a road trip west. Actually South would do at this point, anyplace that will get me away from this cold.
The idea about the plastic bags are great and something any of us could do. That is so awesome.

Brandi said...

Ok, I have had enough of your seals, and ocean sounds, and 70 degree weather! Oh, wait, does that sound bitter?! So, glad that you are having such a wonderful experience. Just hurry home to "enjoy" the Ohio scenery would ya?!

Tammy said...

okay-so you get to go to th ocean, in beautiful weather and see seals-BIG DEAL!!! I get to sit in my recliner, watch Laverne & Shirley re-runs, with a blanket over me. Ha-you thought you had it nice!!!

Angie said...

I've got you all beat. I get tobe at work with a homemade bandana on my head because I have crazy-strong superglue stuck in my hair from that silly test I had yesterday/this morning. What fun! (I'd much rather be in SD looking at the seals/leeches). Missin' you babe! ;-)