Moderator's Memos

During weeks like this I think about moving to a more northern location. Of course, in January, I think about moving further south. But, in reality, I love living in a place with distinct seasons. While I enjoy the unique aspects of each, I have a clear favorite and it is fall. I love the clear crisp days (which I hope will be arriving soon!) and the changing

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Often when you think you’re at the end of something, you’re at the beginning of something else. —Mister Rogers

I can hardly believe it. Mid-August is here and summer is drawing to a close. We have reached that transitional time of year when some activities (summer camps, picnics, pool parties, etc.) are winding down and others are about to begin or resume. Right now, teachers, parents, and students are getting ready for the new school year. Tennis players are getting

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Keep close to Nature’s heart. . .and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.—John Muir

Gone fishing. . .Well, not really, but I am out of town. (I know, I know, it was only two weeks ago that I devoted my Moderator’s Memo to how much I love staycations. And I do. But I also think that it is a good idea to get away

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What’s Happening:

Do you like staycations? I love them and have spent a lot of time “staycationing” over the years. When one of my ESL students recently asked me to explain what a staycation is, I decided that this was the perfect excuse to ditch part of the day’s lesson plan and invite everyone to share their staycation stories. My story involved spending summer weekends in New York. Instead of joining the throngs leaving the city every Friday, I stayed

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What’s Happening:

It’s hazy, hot, and humid. We are several days into an official heat wave. Yep, it’s summer in DC. What does summer mean to you? Spending time at the beach or pool? Traveling? Attending outdoor festivals? Camping?

Whatever it is you are doing this summer, it probably involves a change in routine. And what is true for you is true for our church as well. Last Sunday, those of us at church had a chance to meet

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