| Questions have been asked about
the attitude of the Chinese government to Tibet. Where
is the Olympic ideal? Around the world, that ideal is
threatened wherever the rights of some are crushed under
foot for the sake of the power and greed of others. Such
events can so easily be manipulated by those who seek
their own gain.
The bringing together
of the peoples of the world is meant to be at the heart
of the Olympic and Paralympic movements. It should to be
at the heart of what the church stands for. In Christ we
have the one who came to meet the need of those who were
marginalized and trampled on. Too often his name has
been used in the exactly opposite way. He came to show
the value of all. I hope we in the church in these
linked parishes can witness to that cause. That we
provide a welcome to all who come. I hope too those
reading this newsletter who perhaps feel that the church
is not for them may see that there is a welcome there
for each one.
On a personal note, may
I say as I have said before, I see my ministry as truly
a parish one. If for instance you ever know of anyone
who is in hospital and would value a visit, please let
me know.
God bless! -
Norman
Whyte - August 2008 |
