May 27, 2026
Dear Friend,
The ferns are already sending out their spore-makers. Ferns, mushrooms, moss and some algae make spores that are barely visible to the naked eye. These spores are an ancient way of plant reproduction, dating back 470 million years; it took another 120 million years for seed bearing plants to evolve. All of the plants that first populated the land were all spore-makers. Spores are so light in weight that they travel through the air with even the slightest breeze. Scientists now know that spores from mushrooms, moss, fern and algae travel up to 50 miles above the earth (yes, fifty!), into the stratosphere, carried aloft by wind currents.
The same ferns, mushrooms, algae and mosses are found all over the earth (with the exception of the poles) because of spores’ ability to travel on the wind. Spores are perfectly evolved to be transported to the far reaches of the planet, simply because they are small, lightweight and dependent on stronger forces to move them.
There are lessons for us in this, Friends. Perhaps, Friend, some of the most effective ways we share ourselves are in times when we, too, are guided by stronger forces, when we allow ourselves (our egos) to remain small and almost invisible to the naked eye. One of the names of the greater forces that guide us is the Holy Spirit. This Sunday is Trinity Sunday and we will consider what is might mean that Jesus offers us three ways to experience the presence of the Divine in the model of the Trinity…God the parent, Jesus the teacher and the Holy Spirit as the great reminder of all we have learned. The Holy Spirit is also referred to as the Helper, the Counselor, and as the Advocate. As we move through the remainder of our week, I invite us to consider the various ways we experience God, especially in the small things. May we be like the spores…free of unnecessary encumbrances and guided by greater forces.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” -Romans 15:13
IMPORTANT message from Wendy our office manager. She may have lost the email contacts for the congregation, so please, right now, email her at the NEW church email address: dublinchurch@outlook.com and give her your first and last name (and a cheery little message if you wish). Thank you!!!
Thanks to all who helped with the Community Supper last night! 27 shared together and food was delivered to others, as well. What a lovely thing!
Sunday June 21st is our annual Children’s Sunday
(don’t miss it!)
One person needed for help with Faith Festival in Keene
Saturday June 13th
2-4
We are hoping for help with the prayer table. Is anyone interested in helping to set up, clean up, or staffing the table for an hour or two? We have all the supplies (candles and glass holders). Folks are invited to light a candle for a concern or a joy they are holding. Please let me know ASAP if you are interested and willing.
Chaplain Training for Law Enforcement and Fire Personnel
(thanks to our church)
Friends, it is important for you to know that our church is sponsoring a training for 19 people next week, Monday and Tuesday June 1st and 2nd. The Chaplain training will take place at Dublin School. This event grew out of my experience in New Jersey last June. The same organization that led that training, Resilient Minds, will be leading this one. People are coming from far and wide across New England and I am so pleased to be offering it, with your support.
Please join me in prayer.
God of goodness and grace, help me to open up to guidance from the Holy Spirit of God. In my thoughts, words and actions may I reflect something greater, something kinder, something true. This I pray, in Christ’s name. Amen.
“May the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, guard your hearts and your minds in Christ.” -Philippians 4: 7
With love,
Traceymay
603-715-0990
Traceymaykalvaitis@gmail.com
Our mailing address is:
Dublin Community Church and the Community Church of Harrisville and Chesham
295 Cobb Meadow Rd
Dublin, NH 03444-8217
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