Leaving the light on
We return again to the time of spooky lights and Jack-o-lanterns, all the flickering and disturbing lights set up to put the autumn chill in us. But there's another light, that especially here in the middle of America, is most important for next week's holiday. It's the porch light, the simple -- usually unadorned -- reassurance that it's OK to come up to the door, even (especially!) children are welcome. We want to see you and admire you no matter what you look like, and we'll even give you something as you go on your way.
Inspired by the candle stands at LifeJourney Church, Indianapolis, I again present my monthly poll. As usual, I'll be bringing the list to church Sunday (as I keep noting, this isn't just a Christian thing, candles for prayer or meditation are used in practically all faiths). Newcomers can look down the "prayer candles" tag to see the origin of this.
Poll October 2013 Candlepoll
The candles at my church are in various-colored votive holders. If you have a color preference, you can note it, as well as any other details (optional) in comments (comments screened and not unscreened without explicit permission).
Inspired by the candle stands at LifeJourney Church, Indianapolis, I again present my monthly poll. As usual, I'll be bringing the list to church Sunday (as I keep noting, this isn't just a Christian thing, candles for prayer or meditation are used in practically all faiths). Newcomers can look down the "prayer candles" tag to see the origin of this.
Poll October 2013 Candlepoll
The candles at my church are in various-colored votive holders. If you have a color preference, you can note it, as well as any other details (optional) in comments (comments screened and not unscreened without explicit permission).