Enter the gate

A gate, with no path to or from. When was it last opened? 

I see this gate as an invitation to what lies beyond the last hundred years, an opportunity for newness, a way of access to who knows where (God knows!), a gate of possibility. It has hinges and a handle, it's meant to be opened, then closed —only to be closed once we have passed through. We celebrate and party with our neighbors this weekend at our Centennial bash, then we approach the gate, discern together our next priorities and take steps to what lies beyond. The gate is an invitation to see what God is doing and join Him—Thanks be to God for the privilege of partnering with Him to see the Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven!
 
Grace and peace,

Anita Sorenson
Pastor for Spiritual Formation