Books & stories that moved us

This May, we’re trying something a little different with Mix It Up May — a month where we add a little variety, creativity, and fresh energy to our Sunday gatherings while still staying grounded in who we are. Each week, we’ll play with some familiar West Hill elements in small ways, giving us a chance to experience them with fresh eyes. 

This Sunday, we’ll begin with a focus on books and stories that have moved us — the words, characters, memories, and moments that have shaped how we see ourselves, one another, and the world. As always, we’ll remain rooted in our core values: Grounded in Life, Guided by Love, and Growing in Wisdom — but we’ll explore them through the power of story.

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READINGS

We all Have a Story by Michelle Harverson

We all have a story 

a tale to be told 

of the joys we've experienced 

and the hardships we've known. 

Sometimes we wear them 

on our sleeves for all to see 

but often they are hidden

as deep as they can be. 

So, let us be kind 

for we never truly know

the struggles and the battles

that others undergo. 

May empathy and compassion

be the guiding lights we share 

and may we always remember 

that each story deserves care. 

For in our human journey 

we all need love and grace 

so, let us be kind to one another 

and create a better place.