Beguiled by Beauty: Cultivating a Life of Contemplation & Compassion
- David Horton
- Jul 31, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
“One thing I ask of you, [Divine Goodness], one thing I seek: that I may dwell in your house all the days of my life, to gaze on your beauty and to meditate in your Temple.” Psalm 27:4 (Inclusive Bible)
Have you ever felt a sense of awe so profound it shifted your entire perspective?
The beauty we encounter in the world, from the majesty of creation to the kindness of a stranger, holds the power to transform us. In this captivating six-week worship series, "Beguiled by Beauty: Cultivating a Life of Contemplation & Compassion," we'll embark on a journey to uncover the sacred depths hidden within all forms of beauty.
Inspired by Dr. Wendy Farley's groundbreaking book of the same name, we'll move beyond the surface, exploring how beauty can:
Spark a wellspring of compassion within us, urging us towards justice.
Guide us towards a contemplative life, fostering a deeper connection with the Divine and one another.
Open our eyes to the wonder that surrounds us, igniting a love for the world.
Each week, a captivating theme awaits:
Week 1: Beauty, Contemplation, and Radical Compassion (Ezk. 31:3-7)
Week 2: We Are Made for the Beloved (Psalm 16:7-11)
Week 3: Awakening to Beauty, Falling in Love with the World (Psalm 147:1-11)
Week 4: Abyss, Mystery, and Wonder (Psalm 135:1-3; 13-21)
Week 5: The Beauty of a World Without a “Why” (Song of Songs 4:1-7)
Week 6: From Beauty to Compassion and Justice (Isaiah 52:7-10)
Don't miss this chance to be beguiled by beauty and discover its transformative power. Join us on August 18! You are invited!
Opportunities to Go Deeper
Beguiled by Beauty Book Study
Sundays at 9 AM in Rm 203 (through Sept. 22)
All are invited to dive deeper into the "Beguiled by Beauty" worship series with our Sunday morning book study. Each week at 9:00 AM, enjoy donuts and coffee as we watch a video from author Wendy Farley and engage in a thoughtful discussion on the day's theme. Pick up a copy of a Guided Reflection Journal in the narthex or download a PDF and print at home:
No need to commit to the entire series—drop in whenever you can! We’ll be in room 203 each week, and we’d love to have you with us. Speak to David Greenlee for questions.
Weekday Bible Study
Join together on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM for our Weekday Bible Study, as we follow along with the "Beguiled by Beauty" worship series. We’ll explore the scriptures that inspire each week’s theme, reflecting on how beauty, contemplation, and compassion shape our lives and faith. Whether you attend in person at Trinity or via Zoom, all are welcome to participate in this journey of growth and community!
For Zoom connection info, or to be added to the Bible Study distribution list (to receive weekly study materials) contact Kelly Apling [office@tlcs.church].
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