The image at the left is one of the panels of what is known as the Bayeux tapestry. It is a 70 meter tapestry created to tell the story of the conquering of England in 1066 by William the Conqueror (formerly the Bastard). (If you're interested, the following
link will allow you to view the whole tapestry with a refreshingly interesting commentary.) It resides in a small museum in northern France in the town of Bayeux.
While the tapestry clearly enshrines William's victory over Harold at the Battle of Hastings, there is a so much more that the tapestry possesses. Created in a time when the majority of people were illiterate, it told in picture form a larger narrative. And the story-telling that is a part of the Bayeux tapestry, while unique to this form and time, expresses so much that is a part of all of our story-telling. There is humor and tragedy, whimsy and solemnity, hope and despair, and so much more.
To read more, click here. . .
Link of the Week. . .
A little blast from the past, but this rendition of Stand by Me at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meaghan Markle is beautiful. The sentiment can fit so many situations beyond the one expressed here. Westminister as a backdrop doesn't hurt. . .
'Stand by Me' performed by Karen Gibson and The Kingdom Choir - The Royal Wedding - BBC
For Further Reflection. . .
A concise and biblical response by the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church regarding our response to the crisis at the southern border. Well worth the listen. . .
Weekly Schedule
Saturday, July 20
5:00 PM St. Francis Saturday Night Worship Service (Historic Church)
Sunday, July 21 Pentecost 6C
8:00 AM Worship with
Eucharist (Historic Church)
Celebrant: Debra Slade
Preacher: Mark Lingle
10:00 AM Worship with Eucharist (Church)
Celebrant: Mark Lingle
Preacher: Mark Lingle
4:00 PM Service for Pets and their People (Church)
