A little surf and tree therapy today came at a good time. My shoe got wet on this jaunt. No matter. But I also leave some wisdom from Chief Seattle in light of this week’s shenanigans in DC.
“Tribe follows tribe, and nation follows nation, like the waves of the sea. It is the order of nature, and regret is useless.” ~ Chief Seattle
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A Local Church Pastor
“Through personal storytelling, biblical preaching, and literally getting us out of the church and into a mosque, Andy walked alongside our church with the question, “Compelled by God’s love, what does it mean to love our Muslim neighbor?” Wise, gentle, and prophetic, Andy doesn’t just talk about peacemaking–he lives it.”Website
Lay Church Leader
“Andy spent a weekend at our church recently speaking about his bridge building relationships with Muslims. This approach resonates in contrast with so much media attention to extremists. It was a new message for a lot of our members, but they seemed willing to listen and be open because of Andy’s gentle and non-threatening presence. Now we can discuss this topic more freely and see our Muslim neighbors in a new light, building friendships as God leads.”
Professor of Reconciliation Studies
“We recognize you as an agent of change for reconciliation and an influential community leader. We’d like to invite you to influence the next generation of community leaders here at Seattle Pacific University.”
Pastor
“Andy Larsen recently gave a presentation and engaged our congregation around the question, “Who is our neighbor?” His knowledge and experience as a bridge-builder and peacemaker was evident as he encouraged us to look outside our normal circles of friendships. Andy is well-suited for this ministry as he travels effortlessly between Muslim and Christian communities and invites us to do the same.”
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Andy, I haven’t seen anything about a 2020 calendar with some of your photos. Did I miss something? Will you be publishing one? How can I get one? The photos of the PNW are very nostalgic as we have moved to southern California. Please let us know! And, a blessed Thanksgiving and holiday season to you and Cari.
Thanks, Terri
Hi Terri. Thanks for your note. I just responded by FB messenger. No calendar this year. 1st in 10 years. Blessed Thanksgiving to you too. Hi to your lovely family.