Weekly Announcements
In chronological order: Walker events & meetings (all at the church unless noted otherwise) & Public Events organized by others that will be held at Walker.
Ecstatic Movement: Starting Wednesday, April 6 the group will meet at Walker every Wednesday (except for April 20) Class starts at 7:30pm. People should arrive by 7:15pm to get checked in and warm up. The Ecstatic Movement community is made up of folks who want, need, and love to move their bodies. We are playful, sassy, fun-loving, fierce, curious, introspective, and adventurous on the dance floor. This is an alcohol and drug free event. Note: Some songs may contain explicit language. This event is not recommended for children. Cost: $10-15.
FFI Facebook main page: Ecstatic Movement. Please feel free to private message through Facebook if you have questions, suggestions, song requests, or comments. Sarah Laemmle
Men’s Group Potluck Brunch: Sat, Apr 9, 9:30 to noon. FFI Jim Feldman
Sunday Celebration
April 10, 2016
Greetings by Margo McCreary & Jan Werness
Communal Singing led by Conrad deFiebre & Dianne O’Donnell
Communal Reading: Our mission is to nurture spirituality, build caring community & work courageously for peace with justice and mercy.
Opening Smudge
Lao Tzu # 34 Steven Mitchell followed by 5 minutes of silence
The great Tao flows everywhere.
All things are born from it, yet it doesn’t create them.
It pours itself into its work, yet it makes no claim.
It nourishes infinite worlds, yet it doesn’t hold on to them.
Since it is merged with all things and hidden in their hearts, it can be called humble.
Since all things vanish into it and it alone endures, it can be called great.
It isn’t aware of its greatness; thus it is truly great.
Welcome, Announcements & Offering
Special Performance by Linnea Sommer
Scripture Reading: Psalm 8 by Char Kane
Who are we? Many-Named One beyond imagining–When I contemplate the night sky, the cosmos which all unfolded from a speck, galaxies, stars, this beautiful earth—Who are we humans, that you attend to us? Mere mortals in our tiny corner, and you love us?
We are life come to knowing and feeling. The whole world is in our hands. plants and animals, oceans and ice caps, rain forests atmosphere and ecosystem.
Touch our hearts, O God, make us worthy of this trust. Help us care for life on this beautiful earth.
Sermon by Pastor Walter Lockhart
Special Performance Creation Dance
Circle with Joys & Concerns & sharing of bread & juice
Closing Song: Galaxy Song
Hospitality Time Thanks for set-up by the Hospitality Committee & treats from Kay Seelhoff
Community Meal free, all welcome: Tues, Apr 12, 6 to 7 pm coordinated by Walter
Trustees meeting: Wed, Apr 13, 6:30 pm
Jewish Passover Seder: Fri, Apr 15, 6:30 pm. Hosted & led by Fred Glazer. The Seder, a traditional family and community Jewish holiday observance and meal, recalls the liberation of the Jewish people from Egypt and the constant struggle to make a better world for all. Reservations are necessary; call the church office or sign up on Sundays. The cost is $16; bring your own wine or wine substitute. Please call if you have questions about the service or can volunteer to help with cooking and set-up. Fred Glazer
Initiates: Sun, April 17, 8:15 to 10:15 am in the conference room. FFI Lou Tofte or Howard Kranz
Earth Day Sunday Celebration April 17: Everyone is invited to bring their (leashed, caged) pets to the Earth Day Celebration (with baggies) for a blessing. Photos of pets, present or past and stuffed animals are also welcome. Bicycles can also be blessed.
Rummage Sale Set up begins: Mon, April 18.
Rummage Sale: Thurs, Apr 21, 5:30 to 8:30, Fri, Apr 22, noon to 8 pm, Sat, Apr 23, 9 am to 4 pm, Sun, Apr 24, noon to 3 pm
Community Meal free, all welcome: Tues, Apr 19, 6 to 7 pm coordinated by Kitchen Cabinet
Women’s Potluck Brunch: Sat, Apr 23, at someone’s home. FFI Lulu Philips
Bluegrass Jam: Mon, Apr 25, 7 to 10 pm. FFI Roy Vanderwerf
Community Meal free, all welcome: Tues, Apr 26, 6 to 7 pm coordinated by Walter
Council meeting: Tues, Apr 26, 7:45 pm (after Walker Singers)
Announcements
Please save your good condition used items for the Walker Rummage Sale. We can use clothing, furniture, household items, jewelry, luggage, toys, books, linens, small appliances, and other items. Please no computers, TVs, or mattresses. It’s our biggest fundraiser, and we made over $7,000 last year to support our mission.
Rummage Sale Set up begins Monday, April 18
If rummage is left in the church before then, we will have to discard it, which can cost the church money for an extra waste pickup. There is no space in the church that is not already being used for our activities. (Please do not bring rummage on Sunday, April 17 as The Story will have their services and Sunday school in the entire building starting at 2 pm.)
Preferably bring it between 9 AM and 8 PM on Monday, April 18 and Tuesday, April 19. Volunteers will be at the church then to receive your clean, usable items. Starting Wednesday, the volunteers will be fully occupied in organizing and pricing, and will not have time to sort additional contributions. Any questions can be emailed to Lulu
Sunday Meditation Group
The weekly Sunday morning Walker Meditation Group has had a long and varied history. Over the past 25 years that I’ve been involved, it has been facilitated by a number of dedicated Walker folks like Roberta Hodges, Doug Rosenquist, and Nancy Larsen. It has played a vital role in my own spiritual growth. What I really like about the group is its circle format in which a talking piece is passed around while participants can share their thoughts and feelings without being interrupted.
Unfortunately, due to a variety of circumstances, group attendance has fallen off sharply over the past few months. In light of this, I would like to facilitate the group for now and be the “go-to” person to make sure that we can continue to meet.
The meditation group will continue to meet from 9 – 10 am Sunday mornings in the meditation room at the rear of the church. We will devote the first twenty minutes to a silent mindfulness meditation practice. This will be followed by brief check-ins during which a talking piece is passed around and participants can share their joys and concerns, as well as any thoughts about their meditation practice. After the check-ins, there is an open discussion. People are also invited to share any prayer requests. Depending on group interest, we may end with an Ohming circle. I do hope that there is a renewed interest in this long-time invaluable Walker resource. If you have any further questions about the group or would like to take part, please feel free to contact Tony Wentersorf
Rosen Movement Classes at Walker Church
My Wednesday morning Rosen movement class continues at Walker Church. I would love for you to come and experience this gentle movement approach with a great group of people. Please consider joining on Wednesday mornings from 9-10am at Walker Church, Minneapolis in the sanctuary. A free introductory class is available to anyone who would like to try this Rosen class. The cost is $5-$10, on a sliding fee scale. Six class packages $25-$50 (if the cost is a deterrent please contact me to discuss options). This class is ongoing, one hour, weekly.
You are welcome to sign up ahead or drop in ANYTIME. Rosen Movement offers a simple and effective hour of movement with music that is designed to keep the joints healthy, invite body awareness, improve alignment, relax muscles, and expand the breath! Classes are offered in an atmosphere of camaraderie, creating a feeling of well-being and relaxation in order to prevent physical difficulties and support aging gracefully.
Plan to wear comfortable clothing. In Rosen we usually go barefooted or wear socks. If you or a friend are interested or have questions contact me (contact info below) or just come to a class.
FFI Phyllis Wiener wienerphyllis@gmail.com
On-going Walker Events
Sunday Celebration & Children’s Sunday 10:30 am every Sunday.
Sunday Meditation Group 9 am to 10 am every Sunday FFI Tony Wentersdorf 612-872-0233 or afwentersdorf@hotmail.com
Monday Morning Coffee Gatherings10 am at Lake Street Coffee, 3223 East Lake St. All welcome.
Community Meals free, all welcome are held every Tuesday 6 to 7pm. Doors open at 5:30 pm
Walker Singers rehearse Tuesdays 7 to 8 pm. FFI Jim McCreary jim.mccreary45@gmail.com
Women’s Potluck Brunch the 4th Saturday of each month 9:30 to noon at someone’s home. FFI Lulu Philips juliajtp@gmail.com)
Men’s Group Potluck Brunch the 2nd Saturday of each month 9:30 to noon at Walker Church. FFI Jim Feldman jimfeldman@wesac.org
Initiates the 3rd Sunday of each month 8:15 to 10:15 am in the conference room. FFI Lou Tofte loultofte@msn.com or Howard Kranz buckleykranz@msn.com)
On-going Wellness, Movement & Music held at Walker
Bluegrass Music Jams are held the last Monday of each month 7 to 10 pm. FFI Roy Vanderwerf revanster@gmail.com
Ecstatic Movement meets Wednesdays 7:30 to 9:30 pm. FFI Facebook page Ecstatic Movement
Hoop Twin Cities meets Thursdays 7 to 8 pm Hoola hooping for all ages, free. FFI hoopjeans@gmail.com
Rosen Movement meets Wednesdays 9 am to 10 am in the sanctuary. FFI Phyllis Wiener wienerphyllis@gmail.com
Sarah Dagg Massage is usually scheduled for 2 to 4 days each month. sdagg@crosslake.net
