Author: Rachel Shields

A Sunday Visit to Gajuri

Laura and Carie On Sunday morning, August 11, we all were transported to Gajuri, Nepal, for worship, celebration and feasting. Laura shared with us her life and experiences over the past year of living and working in a small Nepali village in the foothills of the Himalayas. As we came […]

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Doormat/Welcome Mat …

Reflection on the Sermon on the Mount passages from the Twelve Scriptures project Carol Whitney As most of you know I was not raised in a Mennonite home. My moral upbringing included many biblical stories, songs, and principles. It also included some not-quite-biblical principals of Yankee stoicism, handwork, pride, honor, […]

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Groton Weekend

The weather was gorgeous for our annual camping trip to Groton Lake. It was a quieter weekend than usual (far fewer kiddos this time!), but there were still many, many rounds of Hand and Foot, great conversations—and, of course, s’mores, kayaking, duck-watching, and general relaxation. In the photo is about half […]

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We’re Going Camping!

No church service at Taftsville Chapel this Sunday, August 18, 2013. We’re going camping!   Please join us for the Saturday evening potluck fellowship and campfire (5:30 at Richard and RuthAnn’s site, bring your own hotdogs!) We’ll be singing and making s’mores! Or come to our Sunday morning service (10:30 […]

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