Sunday, February 16th, (10 a.m.) we are focusing on those who find themselves caring for a loved one for a long time. Often referred to as the “long haulers” (Kate Bowler). I am honored to have a conversation with members Dave and Lesley Ford and Lindsey Hinds who will share their “long hauler” experience. Former First Lady Rosalyn Carter once said, ‘There are only four kinds of people in the world - those who have been caregivers, those who currently are caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.’  All of us find ourselves at different places along the continuum of caregiving from being a caregiver to being a recipient of care. Pastor John says about planning this week’s service: “The challenge for this day is one of scope. ‘Sudden caregivers’ need acknowledgement of their current situation as well as reassurance and comfort. “Long haulers” need to be seen, too. And the congregation at large needs to understand their own call to stand with a brother or sister in need. And everyone needs to identify sources of hope and healing. So this is such an important topic and an important gathering as so many people find themselves struggling alone. Please make every effort to attend and to invite people to come or to watch.”