Life in all its fullness - joy and sorrow, ups and downs, concern and celebration... this week, like any other has been a blend of those things.  I suppose, though, we only notice it when the spread of 'high' and 'low' is especially broad.  This week has had several especially wonderful high points, and one significant tragic low point, and I suppose that's why I am reminded what fullness of life really means.

Rejoice with those who rejoice

Weep with those who weep

And in the in-betweens walk alongside one another in observant companionship

Rejoicing with those celebrating new life

Delighting in aspects of church life

Praying for L and family, for peace and release.

... LORD, in your mercy, hear my prayer.