Kristin Berkey-Abbott
Today we celebrate the life of James, one of the 12 disciples, the first to be martyred (Acts 12:1 tells us by Herod's sword). He's known as James the Greater (to distinguish him from James the Lesser, James the son of Alphaeus). He's the brother of John. He was one of the first to join Jesus, and...
Kristin Berkey-Abbott
A week ago, I'd be doing the last tasks to get ready for Music Week: the cleaning, the final shopping, he laundry, some cooking. I was grateful to have so much in place--food in the fridge, clean clothes--because the pace of Music Week feels more jam-packed every year.Yesterday was a day of...
Kristin Berkey-Abbott
Last night we all headed over to St. James Episcopal Church in Hendersonville, about 15 miles away. We trooped over there for the Music Week Hymn Festival.Why did we need to change location? In part, because the organ is better. In part, because more people could come. In part, because we've...
Kristin Berkey-Abbott
I am weary this morning, but in a good way--in several good ways:--I've gotten to hear a lot of good singing/music and even done some singing myself.--I've seen a lot of folks: old friends, family members, people I recognize from past years. I've had lots of conversation.--The work still needs...
Kristin Berkey-Abbott
The last 24 hours have been full of contrasts. On the one hand, it was the first full day of Music Week at Lutheridge:--Monday began with a long walk with the S. Florida church friend who is staying with us for the week. Up and down hills, but I didn't really notice them because the...