Westover Church Narration for Episcopal Diocese
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Although it has been many years since Roe Gatien, Sunday was a major part of the church calendar. People's love of gardening and mindful stewardship of the Earth have helped this ancient tradition to make a comeback in churches around the country. Legation, tied as it is also called, is celebrated during the sixth week of Easter on the days leading up to Ascension Day. Rogue ation has a fascinating history, dating back to 470 a. D. When France was in turmoil, with the Goths constantly invading, the threat of war continually loomed over the country. Villagers were experiencing all kinds of disasters, diseases, fires and earthquakes. Overwhelmed by all the calamities that had befalling his land. The bishop of viene mumble twos persuaded the people to turn to God by devoting the days leading up to the feast of the ascension to process throughout the villages and countryside, asking for God's protection and blessing on the crops for the coming season. Eventually, relegation tied became a festival primarily focused on the planting season. While it was a time to ask God for an abundant harvest, it was also a time to entreat God to intervene in their lives. Given all the diseases which swept over the land, the custom became for clergy to lead their congregations in the walking of the boundaries surrounding their parish lands, while stopping intermittently to pray and read scripture. Eventually, this custom spread beyond France and was adopted by Christians throughout Europe. Life is fragile and nature is often chaotic, leaving in its wake destruction and suffering. On this rig ation Sunday, we recognize the frailty of our humanity and fully rely upon God's strength to keep us throughout all the challenges and difficulties we face in the days ahead.