This Sunday, we continue our summer theme of gratitude looking at Mark 5:22-43 and the interweaving of two critical healing stories in Jesus' earthly ministry. Each story speaks of the tension between waiting and deliverance as we seek to practice our faith with both persistence and patience. We will also celebrate communion in each service. May our gathering renew our purpose and commitment as God's people: learning in grace, serving in love, waiting in hope and welcoming in joy all that God has in store for us.