Dear Holy Trinity,
This month begins my tenure as President of our Church Council. I am looking forward to this position for several reasons. First, I will get to meet and work with church members whom I don’t know and collaborate with amazing individuals as we adjust to future challenges. I will also enjoy marveling at the many gifts each member of Holy Trinity shares through their presence on Sunday, the acts of care shared with others, and the commitment to carry out the roles for our services and ministries. I will do my best to be present and listen during spirited and respectful conversations and seek out information and resources when working toward decisions. I will make mistakes, misinterpret, or simply mess up and know that you will help me understand other perspectives when making decisions on the Council. I am excited to experience the direction and opportunities God’s light will offer to Holy Trinity in the time ahead. I will pray and reflect upon how I can best serve these endeavors. Please feel free to introduce yourself and share your thoughts with me.
I recently learned that purple dye was very hard to acquire in ancient times and was connected to royalty. Purple is also considered a color of meditation, penitence, and prayer as believers reflect upon the selfless death Jesus endured for us. As the amount of sunlight slowly increases, let’s hold the promise that our Lenten practices will offer needed justice and peace in our World. Lent begins on February 26th, with Ash Wednesday which means the beginning of family and church traditions. As much as I am intrigued with the music, food, and festivities of the “Carnival of Fat Tuesday,” I know the beginning of my Lenten season will be special when I attend the “monastery meal” and Lenten services on Wednesday evenings beginning March 4th.
May you be the Light,
Cristina Dolcino, Council President