Solar panels and fall plans

Hey friends!
It’s fall, y’all! As much as I dislike the post-holiday winter that inevitably follows, I do love an autumnal setting.
 
We have BIG things happening this fall! Our solar panels will be installed on October 9th and 10th. They will be turned on several weeks later, so we are planning the ribbon cutting for December 8th following worship. Save the date!
 
This is a major step in our lived commitment to creation care and environmental stewardship. It is also a bold declaration of our faith and trust in God’s provision, and I am so proud of you all for leaning into this project.
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RE-volv will be helping us with some PR and communications over the next few months, so word will spread quickly. God only knows how God plans to work through all of this, but I am confident these efforts will bear good fruit!
 
Additionally, this is not just about environmental stewardship. By eliminating our electric bill, we will have more room in our budget to support the missions of our church! These solar panels are an embodiment of our financial stewardship and our responsible use of resources. Again, I am so proud of you all for taking the time to discern, ask good questions, pray, and consider carefully the risks and benefits of this project. I am confident that the benefits out-weigh the risks and that, again, our efforts will bear good fruit!
 
As usual, our other fall plans include World Communion Sunday, our Harvest Homes food drive, the CROP Hunger Walk for Church World Service, All Saints Day, planting native trees/shrubs, a community Thanksgiving worship service on November 24th, and anticipation of the Advent season.
 
For a small church, we sure are busy! If you are looking for a way to give back to the community, we have no shortage of opportunities. If you are looking for a way to connect within our faith community, we have options there, too! Be sure to check out the dates for our fellowship lunch and our hiking group, and consider joining us for coffee hour at 9:45 each Sunday.
 
May your fall be cozy, abounding in vibrant colors and sweet spices, and full of delight.
 
See you in church,
Pastor Julia