For Heaven's Sake

This year we've experienced one of the most mild winters on record here in Austria. This means we've had only limited precipitation and daytime temperatures which often reached into the 40's. Long timers tell of days gone by with large snowfalls, even here in the valleys were the elevations are quite modest. As we are only "half" Austrian with the other have Californian, we've been delighted. This month we thought we would share a few images of the varying sky.... for heaven's sake.

Trying to Connect!

We have a few church members who reside in the neighboring town of Trofiach. While returning home from a visit, we captured the next two images--the first of the clock tower downtown and the second of the fields just above the town and the alps in the distance. There's always something magical about the way sunlit clouds of yellow and orange contrast against the deep blue heavens.

Tower and Sky in Trofiach

Fields and Alps Surrounding Trofiach

When the Sun Doesn't Shine

On some days, heavy clouds descend into the mountain valleys. These clouds create a mystical backdrop to the stately trees on the lower mountain peaks.

Stately Silhouettes

Misty Mountains

A Few Minutes on my Own...

Everyone knows how much Trudy enjoys teaching music. We have a wonderful member in our congregation who for many years desired to move forward with her ability to play the piano. Trudy suggested that the two of them get together every two weeks and spend 45 minutes on the piano at the church in Bruck an der Mur. This gave me the chance to take a nice little hike up to nearby castle ruins.

Passing Through the Castle's Bell Tower Wall

Overlooking the Town of Bruck an der Mur

In the town square below there's a lovely statue of two of the town's foremost citizen's sharing news of the day. One whispers to the other. The reply was all too clear. "For Heaven's Sake!"

The News of the Day

As I made my way back to the church, I was struck how the sun lit up the hands and face of this marvelous clock set on the facade of this traditional mustard yellow town building. Owing to the winter season, the sun was already descending, lending a wonderful radiance to the scene.

Time Stands Still

Mountain Pastures and Parting Shots...

On our way home from church one Sunday we decided to take the road less traveled. As we climbed a little in elevation, the light took on a defining quality. Together with the pure blue skies, the high whisky clouds created a special moment.

Teichalm - Pastures Above the Towns

Elder Fjeldsted

Sister Fjeldsted

As we support church members and others, we continue our aim of bringing the happiness of Christ's message to all. This is a dream we share as God's children, and each of us can contribute. Whenever we look heavenward and extend a hand outward, it truly is For Heaven's Sake and for the sake of all that we aim to bless.

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