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930nor t hA P u b l i c A t i o n o f f i r s t u n i t e d M e t h o d i s t c h u r c h

Our life together

The Meeting Place...............................................................5

Celebrating Connections ................................................6

The Stewardshipby David Poor.........................................................................7

Transforming LivesThe Childrens Ministry at FUMC.......................................8

Finding God in the Everydayby Rev. Katie McKay Simpson..........................................10

Engaging Stories..........................................................12-13

Bringing Out the Christ in Meby Haley Guillot....................................................................14

Why Keep Silenceby C.W. McPherson..............................................................16

Congregational News......................................................18

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by what we do as a church?” I often add, “If we’re not able to come up with a story of transformation then we need to seriously rethink what we’re doing.” I’m happy to say we always come up with a few, and hearing the stories of transformation happening in and through the work of FUMC has become one the highlights of my week.

In this issue of 930north, we invite you to read just a few stories of transformation happening in and through FUMC. In reading them I hope you’ll be inspired to look for the stories of transformation in your own life, and to begin to look for and recognize the transformations happening all around you.

Yours in Christ,

Brady

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Senior PastorRev. Brady Whitton

Associate PastorsRev. Brad FranklinRev. Katie McKay SimpsonRev. Susie Thomas Rev. Ann Trousdale

Editors/DesignersNatalie Smith with the loving support of the FUMC staff

PhotographersTodd Rossnagel P.S.Carballo

Pastor’s Column

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There’s a well-known anecdote about a debate that was being arranged between a leading Christian and a leading atheist. The Christian, however, agreed only to debate the atheist if one person could be found whose life had been changed for the better by atheism. The theologian agreed to the same. When the day of the debate came, the theologian arrived with 100 people whose lives had been changed for the better by Christianity. The atheist did not show up.

The story of the church is, quite simply, the story of transformed lives. From Saul of Tarsus who encountered Christ and took the message of grace to the world, to John Wesley whose “heart was strangely warmed,” to you, me and other Christians all over the world today, the story of Christianity is a story of the healing and transforming power of God’s love and grace.

At every church staff meeting we ask ourselves the question, “Where have we seen someone’s life changed

From Rev. Brady Whitton Senior Pastor

About the CoverIn May

2013, our congregation began a process to develop a more focused

vision of our future together as a church. This edition of 930north focuses on the development of the Vision.

Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,,

The Meeting Place

Where did you grow up? Or where do you consider “home?” I grew up in Rosedale and graduated from

St. Joseph’s Academy. I moved back to Baton Rouge from Chicago 2 years ago where I had been for 17 years. Loved Chicago. But it’s been great being back in Baton Rouge.

What is your favorite thing to do when you are not working? Travel and photography. After college I worked

for Habitat for Humanity in Mexico where I took some great photos of some of the folks with whom I worked. I’ve loved photography ever since and have been doing wedding photography for 10 years now. You can check out more at my site www.nataliephoto.net.

What is your role at FUMC? I am Becky’s sidekick... the newest member to the

Inviting and Welcoming team... I’m just trying to keep up with Becky and help get all the details that happen “behind the scenes” done to make FUMC an inviting and welcoming place for everyone.

Dream vacation spot? Trip around the world visiting lots of different places experiencing the people and cultures!

Favorite movie or book? Wow... really how do you choose... 1. The

Sound of Music 2. Top Gun 3. Monsters, Inc. How’s that for variety? For books, I just couldn’t get enough of Harry Potter!

If you could have dinner with one person in the whole world, who would it be? Again how do you choose?Jesus. I would want to try to grasp and comprehend

how much love He has for me and each one of us...

Person you admire the most? Ashleigh Culivan, my niece, AND cancer survivor!

What is something quirky about you? I work at Starbucks on College Drive

and have worked for the company for 10 years now! Stop by and say hello!

Anything else you would like to share? I’m best known at FUMC as Lulu Wemple’s

little sister and I don’t mind at all because she is awesome and I love her very much. And it was she that introduced me to FUMC when I moved back to Louisiana and I am very grateful to her for bringing me to FUMC!

Welcome

Natalie Marionneaux

to FUMC’s Inviting &

Welcoming team!

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The Connections For Life ladies were fortunate to celebrate a wonderful Christmas season! A big part of their joy came from the many ways FUMC made them feel special with your visits, cards and goodies.One of those special ways came from

what the Tuesday Morning Knitters did for them. For the past several years, the Knitters

have led the congregation in collecting stamps that Albertson’s gives for merchandise purchased during the holidays. This year there were enough stamps collected and redeemed that made it possible for each of the Connection’s ladies to receive two Rachel Ray dish-sets.

The ladies were thrilled with their new, bright and colorful dinnerware! When it was explained to them about the Knitters efforts and the congregation’s participation, they felt very special and it made them love their gifts even more.The ladies appreciate the kindness and

generosity of many of you at FUMC and often comment on how much they enjoy visiting with you and how friendly and nice you always are to them.While the dishes are a practical item

they need and can definitely use, it means more than you may realize that the Knitters led this project and many of you took the time to collect the stamps, turn them in to the church, go and get the dishes and then give them as a gift.Your acts of kindness do much to help

the Connections For Life ladies on their journey of rebuilding their lives for themselves and their children. Thanks for your expression of thoughtfulness and the many ways you help our program throughout the year.

CelebratingConnections

Tuesday Morning Knitters led the congregation to aid ladies in ‘The Connections For Life’ program.

While I’ve always been a very engaged church member, as I look back I am not sure that I’ve had a clear vision of what our church was trying to accomplish. I’ve been involved in a number of worthy causes through

First United Methodist, but as I look back it is

hard to identify how I’ve helped the church achieve a greater goal.

Having clearly identified our mission and established specific goals, however, I now know how I can best contribute to our church’s mission and have a clearer path to my own personal growth as a Christian. My purpose, our purpose, is to transform lives by celebrating and sharing the love of Jesus Christ.

My personal contribution will come through an investment of time, money, and prayer. Time to serve in whatever way I can to help our church accomplish its goals. Prayer to ask God’s direction and blessing in this endeavor. Money to support the financial

needs that will come as we work to see this vision achieved.

I made my commitment by completing and turning in the vision commitment card I received in February. This commitment card is a promise not only to my church but to God as well. It will help me be more focused in delivering on my commitments through the accountability that goes with making a pledge, and my financial commitment will help the church plan the right actions to bring our vision to life.

I am not sure why my life has been blessed as it has, however I know I must do something worthy with it. I believe each of us has been given gifts from God that should be shared with others.

If you haven’t turned in a commitment card it’s not too late! I hope you’ll join me in committing to this exciting new direction at First UMC. I look forward to engaging with you to transform lives by celebrating and sharing the love of Jesus Christ.

The Stewardship of First United Methodist Church

of Baton Rouge

by David Poor

I’ve been a member of First UMC for 20 years, but have never been more excited about the direction our church is heading!


On Wednesday evenings, though, there is not a place he would rather be than at FUMC. Recently, when his Cub Scout pack meeting

was scheduled for the same time as The Gathering, Mason chose church. The decision was an easy one; “I go to Wednesday night

service, because the music and preaching are just so pleasant and heart-lifting. Another reason I go is to take part in the

fun activities we do at Children’s Gathering classes.”

In the past few weeks, two of Mason’s favorite activities with his friends at the Oasis have been making bread and squashing grapes to make grape juice. While the children are involved in

hands-on projects, Ms. Rebecca, Ms. Fran, and Ms. Kathryn are exposing them to Bible verses and discussing how

they can share the love of Jesus with others outside of the church. As Mason says,“Wednesday night service

is not the only thing that gets me going. Last year, through The Gathering and Mission Day Camp, I went on several mission trips around Baton Rouge that involved helping people from the very young to the homeless. One of my personal favorites was when we went to the Sweet Dreams shelter and saw children and mothers that needed an extra hand. We brought and served dinner to the families and then played with them outside. The kids’ faces lit up with joy when they saw the

games we brought and the fun we were sharing.”

Like so many children at First, Mason participates in Sunday School, serves as an acolyte at early service, and attends Vacation Bible School; “VBS offers great music, crafts, and even some chemistry! It is a great, active,

and inspiring week.” The Children’s ministry at FUMC engages kids of all ages throughout the entire year to celebrate their blessings and to reach out to others. Looking back, Mason appreciates that his life has already been shaped so much by his time at ELC,

the programs offered at church, and great people along the way who have encouraged him to “follow the light

of Christ, respect others, and trust in the Lord.”


in theEveryday:Finding God

The Story of Triumph Kitchen

Walking into the Old Delaronde Building on 3rd Street in downtown Baton Rouge, one might not expect what is now found behind these historic doors. If you enter this sprawling 5,300 square foot area today, you’ll probably be greeted by the smell of spray paint murals, the sound of nails hitting some of the finishing touches of a coffee bar, a mismatched group of tables and chairs from historic restaurants all around Baton Rouge, and, of course, the warm welcome of two of FUMC’s newest church members - Chris and Sommer Wadsworth. The Wadsworths moved to Baton

Rouge only a year ago after starting the Bon Repas Wrap Truck in Lafayette. They were also the pioneers that brought Restaurant IPO, one of the top 100 hottest restaurants in nation. Chris, a well-known chef in our area, who appeared on TV series Top Chef, was named “Top Five Chefs to Watch in the South 2013,” and together,

they both catered the Sundance Film Festival. To celebrate Chris’ many accomplishments as a chef, they went to a photo shoot at Cafe Reconcile in New Orleans, an establishment with a mission to rehabilitate at-risk youth and train them in the restaurant industry. After his experience there, the dream for Triumph Kitchen was born.Chris and Sommer, in starting this new

endeavor, are attempting to blend two passions-cooking and teaching. Sommer has three degrees in education and taught special education in Lafayette for 10 years. Along with Chris’ well-known reputation for quality fine cuisine, they promise to change the culinary scene of Baton Rouge by creating a quality restaurant industry workforce.Students of the Triumph Kitchen will

mostly be at-risk, high school dropouts ages 16-22. When mentioning some of the characteristics of the applicants to the program, they talked about the example of one student whose father is serving a life sentence in prison and mother is disabled. On his application, he wrote, “I come from nothing. I just want to be a little bit better.” Many of their students that have been accepted understand the value of this opportunity, but as Sommer said, “have no clue about the skills needed to interview or make a good impression to land a job in the industry. Not all students are made for college. The age of 16 is really where they will make it or break it, so they need protection and positive role models to follow and learn right behavior, job readiness, and training.”One little known fact that sheds light

to this couple’s passion and sensitivity to this population is that Chris was a

high school dropout himself. He earned his GED, and started working in the restaurant business when he was 14. Having learned the industry over these 20 years, he says now, “I have now accomplished everything I ever dreamed and set out to do as a chef. Now, I’m searching for a way to give back.” In addition to offering this unique program for their students, they have also adopted

an operative principle that, as often as they can, they hire homeless people from the community to do manual labor and construction work as they transform the facility to prepare for their opening. Chris and Sommer both believe

that their faith has deeply influenced them as they formed the vision for this outreach in the community. Chris said, “At the end of the day, I want the kids to believe in themselves. We have a curriculum, but have freedom to work on self-esteem.” They both have a long history of being a part of the United Methodist Church, having attended worship at Asbury UMC in Lafayette throughout their marriage. Chris also comes from a long line of Methodist ministers-particularly his father and grandfather, who continue to influence him deeply on how to live out his faith by working for transformation in his everyday life.The couple joined FUMC’s America

Street worship service in late November 2013. Since that time, they have offered themselves to cater some of our events for the Vision series, and own two plots in the Beauregarden for their students to grow fresh vegetables and goods to give to the food bank and use in their own cooking for the kitchen. This is in addition to the other sustainable food sources they patron, such as local farms. They both admitted, “We thought the garden plots would be especially effective

because it’s a ‘non-churchy way’ to introduce them to good, faithful people at FUMC that can influence their lives for the better.”Speaking of the future for Triumph

Kitchen, the Wadsworths assert that they don’t have an exact “end” in mind. They will work toward a 100% graduation rate for all of their students over four semesters, and hope to influence the whole restaurant industry of Baton Rouge with trustworthy, quality employees whose lives have been changed by their training experience. As for the rest, they both said, “We are going to let God do the driving.”

Want to Help Triumph Kitchen?-Pray for their efforts.-Spread the word about

their program.-Need catering for a special

event? Use their services!


A couple of years ago we moved to Baton Rouge and began watching the FUMC televised services. We both found them inspiring and applicable to daily living. After two years of regular church visitation, we became members of the FUMC family. We began to find ourselves participating in several different church ministries that have gotten us engaged and that have ultimately transformed our lives.

We are a part of the colloquium Sunday school class. Also, Bill has taken several Disciple Bible studies and is a regular at Men’s coffee that meets on

Tuesday mornings. I’m a part of the Thursday ladies group that makes crafts and seasonal gifts for the home bound and the women at the battered women’s shelter and Connections for Life.

And on a personal note, a little over a year ago Bill began having trouble with his eyes; he even reached a point where he could no longer read. The congregational care ministry, whom we are very thankful for, provided him with a magnified reader. They had the machine delivered to our home and set it up for us. We were very moved by the generosity of this

group of caring people. Bill was able to continue his Disciple 3 class and take care of those things that previously he was unable to do.

We are proud to call First Methodist our church home. We are actively being engaged and are experiencing the transforming power of God’s love and care shown through Christian community.

God Bless, Bill and Gloria Whaley

Transformation through Engaging

Reverend Dwight H. Judy, Ph.D., noted author, professor and theologian, will speak to our congregation Sunday, March 9th from 9:40-10:40 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Dr. Judy will share his insight and research on the Methodist movement past, present and future.

Learn how Wesley’s vision for the church connects to The Vision of FUMC today and how FUMC’S Vision connects to the wider vision of the United Methodist Church. Dr. Judy serves as professor Emeritus of Spiritual Formation at Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois.

ABOUt DR. JUDy During his career, he has served as parish pastor, academic administrator of two graduate programs, retreat leader, retreat center director, spiritual director, and faculty member. He was licensed as a psychologist in California and maintains membership in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors and Spiritual Directors International. As a scholar practitioner, he has worked for over thirty years in the field of spiritual formation.

His latest book: A Quiet Pentecost, Inviting the Spirit into Congregational Life is widely acclaimed as one of the best educational resources for congregational life and Christian discipleship. Join your church family. Let’s learn and grow together! For more information, contact Cherri Johnson, Director of Spiritual Formation and Education at [email protected]

Reverend Dwight H. Judy, Ph.D.

Get Engagedat First United Methodist Church

of Baton Rouge

Sunday, March 9th 9:40-10:40 a.m


I came into this building only knowing three people, and I was introduced to what felt like over two hundred faces within the first week. It was a bit intimidating at first, but with some help I quickly caught on and adjusted. With these young, spirited people I’ve ventured down to the edge of the swamps in Dulac, and up to the tops of mountains in Colorado. As little of an impact I may leave on some of our youth, they have definitely had an impact on me. Seeing our kids interact and come together on a consistent basis to worship has made me realize how much I missed out on while I was in their shoes. I didn’t have the same experience that these kids have growing up with a youth family; I missed out for various reasons, but they have made me realize how important it is to surround yourself with your faith. I have seen Christ in

all of these kids, though

some stand out more than others. Don’t get me wrong, these kids have tested my strengths several times, but they also bring out the Christ in me. For the past six months I have

had the blessing to help 25 new spastic 6th graders through Confirmation. I have gotten to know each and every one of them and have seen them transform into members of the church. I have been there for all of their lessons, over-night retreats, and their consistent questions

that have strengthened their beliefs. David Poor, Jennifer Winstead, and Chuck Winstead are exceptionally patient with the incredibly energetic youth and have done an excellent job informing them on the basics of Methodism. During our fall retreat to Camp Istrouma, William Duke transformed before my eyes when he confidently blurted out every answer during our team Jeopardy game. He had taken the time to study his Confirmation notes when we hinted that everyone should remember

what we talked about; by sharing his knowledge with his teammates, his team did not have to sleep outside during the retreat. That same weekend I witnessed all of them convert from being individual players into a huge team that worked together, which was the theme of the retreat. I also noticed a change in the youth after the retreat. The kids were much more open with each other and talked to each other a lot more than before. By sharing their

stories and experiences with each other, they all impacted one another and developed relationships among themselves while building their relationship with Christ. I’ve come to learn that this

is what our Youth Department is all about: sharing with our youth and in turn, impacting their lives.

We give them a safe place to come and celebrate their faith without judgment. Coming to work with the Youth Department has been a thrilling experience and I’m so glad I have the chance to be involved in our youth’s lives as a mentor and friendly face.

I’ve come to learn that this is what our youth Department is all about: SHARIng with our youth and in turn,

impacting their lives.


By C.W. McPherson

Why KeepSilence?

Since you are reading this, you probably have an interest in learning about the practice of keeping silence, but you may also be asking what good it will do. Why have so many explorers of the spiritual life discovered silence, then refined ways of keeping it? Why have so many ordinary people found it helpful today? Ultimately, you will have to discover

that for yourself. But let me suggest some of the benefits others have discovered. Practically everyone who has practiced silence finds that it improves concentration. Work becomes easier. Leisure activities become more enjoyable. People have told me they get more out of life simply by investing a few minutes a day in silence.Physiologically, deliberate silence

calms the body. For some people, it actually lowers blood pressure; virtually everyone finds that it steadies the heartbeat. For many, it signals the beginning of greater control over their physical lives. Bad habits become easier to discard, good ones easier to form. People involved in support groups or twelve-step groups usually find that silence helps them keep their daily resolutions. Runners and cyclists find

it a welcome companion; it’s a catalyst for anyone in their physical efforts.Psychologically, its benefit lies in

the balance it offers. By calming the mind, and by increasing the mind’s command over the emotional life, it makes extremes easier to manage. Grief and exultation are less likely to shock and displace us. Spiritually, it puts us in touch with

reality. It makes us far more aware of ourselves, both of our souls, and our bodies. Silence returns us to the present moment, that moment we are always trying to escape. Silence is also the other--and often neglected-

half of prayer. Prayer is a two-way conversation, so it must involve listening to God. And in order to listen, we must be silent. A noisy life allows us to be conscious only superficially, and a superficial consciousness excludes spirituality. Cultivating silence enables us to understand and recover our own humanity; it serves as a catalyst,

bringing the presence of God into our lives and into the world.”

An Experiment in Keeping Silence

Be silent for just ten minutes. Insulate and isolate yourself—remove or turn off the telephone, make yourself comfortable, lock your door. Do whatever will guarantee ten minutes of quiet. Do nothing else to prepare yourself. Put nothing else on the agenda—just see what happens. Note your thoughts and feelings during this period. You might find it helpful to jot them down or reference when

the period of silence is over. Note any difficulties you have, any feelings of anxiety, or feelings of absurdity. All of these are quite normal and people who are new

to intentional silence experience a bit of both. Of course, take note of your positive feelings: security, peacefulness, rest, and refreshment. These are not illusory benefits, and they are a welcome alternative to the noise for most of us. Get acquainted with them. They are part of the reason for keeping silence, and they are immediately available.

Lent is a 40-day period of prayer and self-reflection that echoes the 40 days Jesus spent in the wilderness in preparation for his public ministry (Matt 4:1-11, Mark 1:12-13, Luke 4:1-13).

Christians often take up a practice or discipline during Lent as a way of giving themselves more fully to spiritual reflection. The article below, an excerpt from Keeping Silence by C.W. McPherson, introduces the powerful practice of keeping silence.

Other Practices for LentWeekly Worship Commit to attend worship every week

Bible Reading Find and commit to a Bible reading plan (Google The Grant Horner Bible Reading Plan for an interesting one)

Daily Prayer Get an Upper Room or Disciplines and read and pray daily

Fasting Abstain from a favorite food or activity (not as punishment, but as a way to increase awareness)

Works of Mercy Volunteer to tutor a child, serve at a soup kitchen, drive an elderly person to a doctor’s appointment, etc.

“Silence returns us to the present moment, that moment we are always trying to escape.”

March 5 (Ash Wednesday)

thru April 20

(Easter Sunday)


Brent & Lindsey TurtleVijay Murugesan

Weekly Attendance

Welcome New Members!

Congregational News

Sympathy to the Families of...

Walter Rody Virginia Cotton

Ashley JonesTodd Grand Brenda Griffiths

Celebrating the Birth of...

Reed Alexander, son of Emily & Logan McIlwainArcher James, son of Robert K. & Leah O. BoydLandry Marie, daughter of Stuart L. & Kimberly B. GillyReed Alexander, son of Logan C. & Emily R. McIlwainJack Lawyer, son of Anna StevensCamille Elebash. daughter of Brent & Lindsey Turtle

Week of Sunday, January 5

Worship 1,116Sunday School 431Total 1,547







Whiteny Rushing

Anthony Rushing Mark Mitchell

Reginald (Reggie) Haslom & Katherine

Robillard

Colin & Christina Lacey

Dr. Gary & Sheryl Lum

James (Jim) & Rhonda Kemp

Calendar of EventsMarchSunday, March 29:00 AM Cafe 9309:40 AM Newcomer’s Coffee5:00 PM H.I.G.H. 5

Monday, March 39:45 AM Prayer Ministry

Tuesday, March 49:00 AM Knitting9:00 AM Men’s Coffee10:30 AM AA-Women’s11:45 AM Centering Prayer - CANCEllED12:00 PM AA

Wednesday, March 57:00 AM Ash Wednesday Service12:10 PM Ash Wednesday Service4:00 PM Illness Support Group6:00 PM Ash Wednesday Service6:30 PM Books of life

Thursday, March 610:00 AM Widow’s Support Group11:30 AM Women’s Council12:00 PM Alcholics Anonymous

Sunday, March 98:30 AM Rev. Dwight Judy9:00 AM Cafe 9305:00 PM H.I.G.H. 5Monday, March 10

9:45 AM Prayer Ministry5:00 PM Finance CommitteeTuesday, March 11

9:00 AM Knitting9:00 AM Men’s Coffee11:45 AM Centering Prayer - CANCEllED

Wednesday, March 128:00 AM United Methodist COSROW10:00 AM Senior Adult luncheon4:00 PM Illness Support Group4:30 PM Care Team

Thursday, March 139:00 AM Thursday Group 10:00 AM Widow’s Support Group12:00 PM Alcholics AnonymousSunday, March 169:00 AM Cafe 9305:00 PM H.I.G.H. 5

Monday, March 179:45 AM Prayer Ministry

Tuesday, March 189:00 AM Knitting9:00 AM Men’s Coffee9:30 AM Fit @ First 10:30 AM AA-Women’s11:45 AM Centering Prayer - CANCEllED12:00 PM AA 4:30 PM Generosity Committee Meeting5:00 PM TBR Meditation/Study

Wednesday March 194:00 PM Illness Support Group4:30 PM Care TeamThursday, March 20

10:00 AM Widow’s Support Group12:00 PM Alcholics Anonymous

Sunday, March 239:00 AM Cafe 9305:00 PM H.I.G.H. 5

Monday, March 249:45 AM Prayer MinistryTuesday, March 259:00 AM Knitting9:00 AM Men’s Coffee10:30 AM AA-Women’s11:45 AM Centering Prayer - CANCEllED12:00 PM AAWednesday, March 257:15 AM Senior Adult Breakfast4:00 PM Illness Support Group4:30 PM Care Team

Thursday, March 279:00 AM Thursday Group 10:00 AM Widow’s Support Group12:00 PM Alcholics Anonymous

Sunday, March 309:00 AM Cafe 9305:00 PM H.I.G.H. 5

Monday, March 318:00 AM ElC Art Show / Setup9:45 AM Prayer Ministry

For more dates and events, visit our web site at

www.firstmethodist.org. Books of LifeBooks of Life will meet next on Wednesday, March

5 at 6:30 p.m. in the McKenzie Library. If you plan to attend or want more information, please contact Mary Jacob - 753-4226 or [email protected].

The book for March is The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri.

About the book: Born just fifteen months apart, Subhash and Udayan Mitra are inseparable brothers, one often mistaken for the other in the Calcutta neighborhood where they grow up. But they are

also opposites, with gravely different futures ahead. It is the 1960s, and Udayan—charismatic and impulsive—finds himself drawn to the Naxalite movement, a rebellion waged to eradicate inequity and poverty; he will give everything, risk all, for what he believes. Subhash, the dutiful son, does not share his brother’s political passion; he leaves home to pursue a life of scientific research in a quiet, coastal corner of America. But when Subhash learns what happened to his brother in the lowland outside their family’s home, he goes back to India, hoping to pick up the pieces of a shattered family, and to heal the wounds Udayan left behind—including those seared in the heart of his brother’s wife.

Monthly Lectionary TextsThe lectionary is a series of Scripture readings for specific days of

the year. The United Methodist Church uses a lectionary based on The Revised Common Lectionary, a three-year lectionary.

They include four Bible readings for every Sunday, plus readings for special Holy Days.

March 2, 2014 Exodus 24:12–18

Psalm 99 (UMH 819)2 Peter 1:16–21Matthew 17:1–9March 5, 2014 Joel 2:1-2, 12-17

Psalm 51:1–17 (UMH 785)2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10

Matthew 6:1-6, 16–21

March 9, 2014 Genesis 2:15–17; 3:1–7Psalm 32 (UMH 766)

Romans 5:12–19Matthew 4:1–11

March 16, 2014 Genesis 12:1–4a

Psalm 121 (UMH 844)Romans 4:1–5, 13–17

John 3:1–17

March 23, 2014Exodus 17:1–7

Psalm 95 (UMH 814)Romans 5:1–11John 4:5–42

March 30, 2014 1 Samuel 16:1–13

Psalm 23 (UMH 754 or 137)Ephesians 5:8–14

John 9:1–41


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