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Father Phil on the Move 

The airplane leaves for Kilimanjaro, Tanzania today, Wed July 18. After some acclimation, we begin the hike to summit on 7/28 at 19,2341 feet. Mt Kili is the tallest single mountain and volcano in the world. Many people travel to its peak and I hope to join them, though much may not be up to me. 
Follow Father Phil on his journey!  See his Shawls of Love Video >

Thoughts on Hiking on Kili. 2 of 5: Desolation

8/3/2018

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​The beauty of the five different climate zones one hikes through on the way to ascending Kilimanjaro is hard to describe. But it is the desolation and remoteness that impresses at this distance. The notion that you are removed from any immediate medical care, should trouble come near, underscores the nature of the desolation. Ancient wisdom embraces this moment. Early Christian mystics down to our own era actually seek out these experiences. For extroverts, there’s another layer of intensity about the sheer quiet of it all. Life is stripped down, elaborations of thought fall away, trudging one foot in front of the other. It isn’t so much clarity of answers to life’s issues that arises. It is a view and embrace of the very few things that matter, things being people you love. A calling to love most fully.
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Church of the Holy Spirit - 3 Haytown Road - Lebanon, New Jersey  08833
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To know Christ as we serve others, proclaim His love, and grow in His Spirit.
ABOUT US
Who We Are
Our Rector
Our Deacon
Our Staff
Our Vestry
Our Photos
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Legacy Giving
Building Use
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WORSHIP
Visiting CHS​
Sunday Services
Sermons
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Music
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Weddings
​Memorial Services
FORMATION
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Nursery
Adult Education
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
​"Windows of the Spirit"
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Youth
We Care
Pastoral Care
Country Arch
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Shawl Ministry
​Good Friday Day of Service