Beyond Thoughts & Prayers: A Commemoration of Moses the Black
August 28 – 7pm – Zoom
Moses the Black lived in the 4th century. He was, before his conversion, known as a robber and scoundrel. He was considered a worthless blight in his society. Hiding from local authorities, Moses appealed to Scetis monks to give him sanctuary. Observing their peace, contentment, and faith practice, Moses was baptized and became a dedicated member of their monastic community. Moses the Black became an example of faith through his actions even beyond peers and elders. His faith inspired his martyrdom, which saved his community. Moses the Black is commemorated for his life of faith on August 28th. To coincide with his commemoration, Tapestry invites you to gather to consider initiatives of Faith and Action.
There have been 248 tragedies characterized as mass shootings in 2023. Sympathies for the victims and their families have been expressed by a call for our thoughts and prayers. Tapestry invites you on August 28th at 7:00 p.m. to join in brainstorming initiatives for our congregations, conferences, and synod that may support our communities with actions of faith beyond sympathies of thoughts and prayer.
Registration has closed. If you would like to attend, please email Pastor Colleen Montgomery at montgomery@vasynod.org by 12noon on August 28 to get the Zoom link.