For Christians, the month of June is more and more becoming a time when our place outside of the dominant culture is most evident. It has been suggested by some Christians that we dedicate the month of June to reflecting on the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I think this is a wonderful idea.

This June, let us step away from the Culture Wars, the celebration of self, the obsession with pleasure and independence. Let us instead, look to the heart of Jesus. Let us reflect on his unmerited grace and mercy. In a world of protest and anger, let us look to the bleeding heart of Christ poured out for us on the cross. Let us pray that he cleanses the “thoughts of our hearts” by the “inspiration of [His] Holy Spirit” that we might more perfectly project his love for all people into the world.

Join us this month as we daily pray the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

“Jesus, meek and humble of Heart. Make our hearts like unto Thine.”

As is so often the case in life, official things take longer than expected. We’re still waiting on insurance and a lease, so I can’t name an official location just yet. That being said, I can give more details about the Potluck.

As long as our location doesn’t fall through at the last minute, the plan right now is to meet on Wednesday evenings at 5:30p on the Main Street side of East Nashville. Fellowship will start at 5:30p and will be followed by work planning at 6:15p. At 6:30p we will begin evening prayer. After prayer we’ll dismiss so that those of us with kids can help get little ones in bed.

So, do start praying to discern if you’ve got Wednesday evenings free. For men, especially, I think this is an amazing opportunity to live out our faith. Using the skills we’ve acquired in maintaining our homes and families, we can help a brother in Christ find his value in God. This isn’t a Bible study or a circle for sharing feelings. As Paul, we’ll talk about God and life as we work shoulder to shoulder.

Please do pray and discern. If you’re called to mentor, complete our form so Fr. Michael can grab a coffee with you.

Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad thy Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

BCP 2019 TLE, 27. For the Peace of the World

As long as solidarity among Christians does not translate into help that enables each one to find a balance in life, to seek a way of living in which their faith is truly embodied (and not to avoid dying of hunger), it will be only a word.

 – Presence in the Modern World by Jacques Ellul a.co/gtRkfMe

Pressure washing is a great job to submit to our database, especially during these warmer months. You’d be surprised how nice your driveway and/or sidewalk will look after a good washing!

For pressure washing we recommend $100/hour. This helps us cover cleaner supplies and to generously pay our apprentices.

Get on the list now! We’ll start doing jobs in July and I’m sure we’ll have a big list of pressure washings to get through.