Ecclisial Rhythm
We are so trained in this culture to march to certain rhythms that our reactions are utterly habitual and unquestioned. For example, for almost all of us, up to a certain age, when we see the word August at the top of the calendar it causes a physiological, mental, and emotional change (for some it is excitement and others sheer panic *grin*) that starts to prepare us for the end of summer and the beginning of school. For others of us, with the monotonous march our work lives, there is no real rhythm. In fact, changing things up is considered a disruption. There is no room for celebration, morning, reflection or rest.
The christian church calendar is ancient, yet can give so much for those who are willing to adapt their lives to match its rhythm. Not only is it natural, as it mirrors the natural seasons of the earth, but it allows room for natural human emotion and need.
I made this calendar for my family as we attempt to change the flow of our lives to match that of the church calendar. It is a great visual for my little boys, as they can look at it and see that the same time we are putting our garden out in the back yard “to bed” for the winter, we are also slowing ourselves down for a time of reflection. They can see the hope of new life coming with the spring after a long winter coupled with the space made for grieving during lent.
So that is what this calendar is about, being a healthier family by allowing our time to be guided by the wisdom of God-time.
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Size: 10"x10"
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