Mallet's Bay Congregational Church

Several weeks ago, I attended a birthday party of a neighbor and friend. At the party, I met her church pastor. Young, pretty; I would never had guessed she was a Reverend. Later that evening, whilst I was into my cups, I recall having a conversation with her (and others) about God. I don't
remember everything I said, but I remember passionately saying that we all worship the same God, it's just Religion that puts filters on and separates us. Rev. Mary said something about, we should talk again. Then I remember later telling her "when I'm sober, I'm coming to your church!" What a drunk-ass!

Anyway, I kept my promise today. I got the boys ready and off we went to Mallets Bay Congregational Church. My neighbors were there (thankfully) because my boys were restless. Their only church experience is my in-laws' Roman Catholic church. My 5 y/o at first was not happy, but when his friends came in, he was. And they were SO GOOD! They colored and kept voices low. (For the most part, my 2 y/o has only two settings: off and very loud).

It was not a typical day, it was a hymn sing. We sang...a lot. But my neighbor warned me and I went anyway. I was determined to keep my promise, and going to church is one of those things that I have been saying I will look into, but kept putting off. It was time to make use of willpower and act. Reverend Mary greeted me warmly. The church members greeted me warmly. I "re-met" people I had met before. Certain sense of community. I look forward to more days and sermons.

Why am I going to church? Seeking inspiration in my yoga journey, in my own personal journey. Seeking community. Now my boys are in school, I feel this is a part of their education. Much like the public school, I will monitor the messages and lessons and ensure they are hearing and absorbing things I think are correct and enriching to them.

I have shunned church for the last 25 years because of Religion and how it separates people. I think Reverend Mary may receive openly and allow for other Religious teachings to inspire her congregation without filtering us out.