Events on our calendar

Lots of socialising and focusing on special events has made this week a lot of fun, but appropriately meaningful also.

Two of my sisters have travelled a long way interstate to visit the family for a few weeks. One of them is now a proud new mum, so I got to meet and have a cuddle with my newest nephew who is all but 4 months old now. We enjoyed a family gathering at my aunt's house with my Nana also, so she could enjoy her newest great-grandchild.  This is number 14!

On Sunday night, we observed the footwashing service and Passover, with the Passover meal/Night of Vigils (Exo 12:37-51) on Monday night. Tuesday was the first day of Unleavened Bread where we gathered with friends to share another meal and service. I've enjoyed the questions the children have been asking as we observe this annually, noticing they're also growing with understanding each year. As this is the first festival of the biblical calendar, it's very much a kind of landmark to see how much has happened during the year and a time to reflect on lessons learnt.

So, a peaceful couple of days up to the weekend, where hubby will have Friday through to Monday at home with us.  We'll gather again with the family on Saturday evening, to visit my brother.  Then a dinner planned at a friend's house again, leading into the last day of Unleavened Bread and a service on Monday.

A very nourishing week, with learning, reflections, inspirations, company and wonderful meals.