Perhaps I should title this blog "Blue Linings" rather than "Silver Linings." What I am referring to is the way the mini-disaster of the flooding we had last fall has finally revealed its silver lining. The insurance claim from the flooding has paid for beautiful carpet throughout the church. While there has been disruption and inconvenience during the installation process, the final result is going to be worth it all.
The sanctuary carpet is a rich blue color, taking its cue from the beloved blue walls. The carpet in the hallways compliments this blue, but is more durable and brings in colors from the rest of the church palette.
The committee that worked on this carpet selection included trustees, elders and congregation members. The joke is that they will remain anonymous until we know that the carpet is well-received, as I am sure it will be. I am proud to say I was a member of the team and I was impressed by the good taste and cooperativeness of each person on the committee.
We don't know exactly when the old carpet was installed, but it has probably been 20 years. So as they say when you sell a used car with over a hundred thousand miles, "it doesn't owe us anything."
I am pleased that this new carpet will be in place and the whole church will look nice for our son's wedding a little over a week from now.
See you in our beautiful church,
Pastor Dale
