Ya gotta love our church. I've changed the names rather than seek permission to publish, but the story is true. From our church bulletin:
LENTEN QUIET DAY IN MARCH led by Pastor Dale at her farm on Saturday, March 12th ... offers two meditations on Elijah's desert journey and meeting God in the quiet - 1 Kings 19 & one on the Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6. A simple lunch will be provided, plus music, prayers, a walking meditation in the pasture (wear comfortable walking shoes), and a closing Eucharist.
GUNS @ DALE'S: SHOOTING SKEET & KILLING CANS The spring time shootout is Saturday, March 12. ... For Guys & Gals. Bring your friends, kids, & grandkids. If you've got a gun, bring it. If you don't have a gun, there will be several to use (WITH instruction and supervision).... LIMITED TO THE 1ST 25 FOR SAFETY'S SAKE.
Contrary to appearances, these two popular events, though on the same day, are not on the same property. "Dale" does not refer to the same person in both cases. But the juxtaposition does capture quite nicely the diversity represented in our church.
