Being Community

 Saint Anne's is an intergenerational community. We are people of all ages, all stages of life. All people, including children, are welcome in every part of our community life. The presence of children is a joy, and a sign of life. And it can also be challenging, as they bring their energy, and their noise, with them.

As the numbers of children at Saint Anne's has grown, we find a need to address in new ways how to be community together. How can we help children learn to pray in silence and stillness? How can we embrace the exuberance and joy of our youngest members? How can we support parents when they bring their children to church -- and also in their life at home? How can we help children grow in their faith, within the community? How can we ensure that our older members can hear, and find the stillness and reverence they need for their souls? How can we help everyone feel safe and included?

Lent is a good time to emphasize stillness and reverence in the sanctuary. Sunday Club will be helping children learn to quiet their bodies in worship. We'll be offering more and better quiet activities for children during worship, and help for parents.

Lent is also a good time for us to practice seeking and serving Christ in all persons, including each other. The Christian community is our practice place for learning how to do this in the wider world.

Blessings, Lydia +