Fall into Events and Happenings
Interfaith Healing Service
Sunday, November 23, 2008
3:00 P.M.
Beth Sholom Congregation
8231 Old York Road
Elkins Park, PA 19027
This multi-faith community healing service is for all people who have lost a family
member, friend or love one to suicide.
Sponsored By Feeling Blue Suicide Prevention Council
Education ~ Support ~ Resources
Free and open to the public
A Thanksgiving Blessing
May an abundance of gratitude burst forth
as you reflect upon what you have received.
May thanksgiving overflow in your heart,
and often be proclaimed in your prayer.
May you gather around the table of your heart
the ardent faithfulness, kindness, and goodness
of each person who is true to you.
May the harvest of good actions
bring forth plentiful fruit each day.
May you discover a cache of hidden wisdom
among the people and events
that have brought you distress and sorrow.
May your basket of blessings surprise you
with its rich diversity of gifts
and its opportunities for growth.
May all that nourishes and resources your life
bring you daily satisfation and renewed hope.
May you slow your hurried pace of life
so you can be aware of, and enjoy,
what you too easily take for granted.
May you always be open, willing,
and ready to share your blessings with others.
May you never forget the Generous One
who loves you lavishly and unconditionally.
Joyce Rupp
out of the ordinary
Dear CAMC Members,
As I prepare this November newsletter I am filled with the familiar themes and
ideas associated with our national and religious celebrations of Thanksgiving.
Our senses and our memories awaken us to the excitement of the month of November,
a month filled with opportunities to reflect and celebrate. As members of faith-filled
communities we draw our spiritual energies from the faith traditons and ancestors
who have shaped our remembrances and reflections. I recall this simple quote, “gratitude
is the memory of the heart.” Our prayers of thanksgivning and offerings evolve
from our memories and emotions. These sentiments direct us to be always mindful
of our blessings. Thanksgiving is a call to remember the many blessings that we
have and the motivation to share from our abundance throughout the year. This
thanksgiving season I hope to tap deep from my heart all that has been given to
me and marvel at its abundance.
Peace be yours,
Marian Dondero
It is our hope and intention that this monthly newsletter will further our purpose
to…”foster understanding among religious groups in the Cheltenham area and to
enhance a greater sense of spirituality and community among us…. CAMC strives
to educate the community about different cultures and faiths while encouraging
respect for one another”.
Your input and contributions are most welcome. Please feel free to submit a featured
article, a personal journey story or seasonal reflection for the December issue.