I was thinking more about my blessing yesterday and the comments we had afterwards. While in some ways I didn't like them just because I don't like talking about this with people in person, thinking about it, I take it as a very good sign and indication of our community in church. Catholic churches are not exactly known for their community; people there don't rush up to newcomers like they do in other churches I've visited. But in the past year or so we made a real effort to get more involved and be real members of the community. So the fact that we did have so many comments is an indication of our success in that area. I would probably feel worse about it if I remained anonymous and no one said anything.
Other news this weekend is that we decorated our house for Christmas. The picture of the front of the house doesn't look as nice on camera as in real life. But we think we are definitely the best on the block (which is not saying much on our block). One neighbor did kick it up a notch this year, though.
Here is a close-up of part of our front porch with our Rudolph cut-out. The funny part is that Rudolph is held in place by a wrench set b/c he tends to fall over in heavy wind and it was the heaviest, yet shortest thing we could put out there.
And here is our tree.
Aw, I love you decorations! Made me smile. :)
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Beautiful decorations, Missy! I really like your tree. And you're right about the Catholic church not always being very welcoming to newcomers. I'm so glad your church community is different - we need more communities like that!
ReplyDeleteI love your decorations! Your house is really cute.
ReplyDeleteFor the blessing, as I read your post, I tried to think about what I would have done in that situation. I probably would have stayed in my seat, but regretted it later, as you mentioned. I hope that your church community can be a good support for you. It never hurts to have more people praying for you!