Dear Friends,

I am so happy that I will be with you on Sunday!

I’m feeling renewed and hopeful, not only by a positive trajectory in my treatment, but by all the affirmations of God’s love that keeps showing up in surprising ways, especially from you. It has been both holy and healing. My heart is full.

Catholic priest Henri Nouwen wrote about the joy we experience when we encounter the love of God. He says, “joy is a gift that is there even when we are sorrowful, even when we are in pain, even when things are difficult in our lives. The joy that Jesus offers is a joy that exists in very, very difficult situations…. It is something that remains with us.”

I look forward to seeing you on Sunday and sharing some of this joy in person.

Love,
Cheryl