Dear Friends
This definition of Coronacoaster produced one of the
best discussions we have had at our weekly virtual coffee hour. People shared
their life experiences with amusement park roller coasters (some were not
amused) but we quickly pivoted to the roller coaster of emotions we have felt
during this pandemic. The consensus was that this is a ride we would glad to
see come to an end. Or at least, Lord, let us get off for awhile and maybe try one of those Storybook Land boats?
One person said this has been more like a very long, very rocky, very steep hike in the wilderness, with no end in sight. Another imagined being in
a hot air balloon, above it all, just watching and waiting until it was safe to land
again,
Life, of course, always has its ups and downs, highs
and lows, sad and happy moments and days. But this feels different because
there is so much uncertainty and constant change. Of all times, this is when we
need to feel Jesus' certain, unchanging love wrapped around us, holding us tightly and close, while also allowing our hearts and minds and bodies to relax and rest in his
peace and calmness and assuring words, “Lo, I am with you always”.
John
P.S. We are coming home! Starting July 27th
and through August, I will continue as St. Dunstan’s Interim Priest from home, (as I have been doing from the rectory here in Carmel Valley Village for a few months). I am pre-taping some services and will be sending in some tapes. It has been another blessed, post retirement experience with wonderful people in a beautiful part of California. We are sad
to leave but glad to be closer to family during this extraordinary time. While Amtrack could rename its Coaster commuter trains to Coronacoaster (unlikely) which would be a faster and more direct route, we have
decided to drive, via the 68, 101, 46, 5, 210, 57, 71 and 91. That will make it easier to bring our cars and belongings home.
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