Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Day 3 - Tumble, Turtle and Tree

Last night and this morning we were treated to the wonderful hospitality of the folks at Our Redeemer in Scotia. After getting stuffed full at breakfast we headed out on the trail. Maybe a mile later Jeff Kane fell right in front of me. Lock the breaks, turn toward the ditch. God was watching over us. Instead of Pastor Jeff K being my speed bump it was able to stop about 2 inches from his head! The team worked together to make sure Jeff K was OK and ready to continue the ride. Fast forward about 30 miles; riding along the trail, there is a beautiful turtle right in the path. Easy to hit if you aren't paying close attention. Amber and I stopped and rescued and showed off the turtle who rewarded my kindness by peeing on me! A few miles later a tree blocked the path. We made sure each of us got over with bikes intact. Meanwhile all along the way Vicar Becca has been ready to meet us with fresh water, snacks and supplies. See the theme, through it all we are in this together. We in this Synod at in this together for now and the future. That's why we ride, that's why there is a Capital Campaign. We are in this together for now and for those who will come after us. Jeff Silvernail

Monday, May 30, 2011

Day 1 and 2 Ride to Rochester

For me it's been 70 miles and 2 presentations with one more to go tonight at Our Redeemer Scotia. I have to say that yesterday was a tough day for me. I was already tired after church, then only a little time for lunch and off on the bike to Castleton-on-Hudson. It was hot but I figured going east at least I'd have the wind. I did, only it was in my face the entire way. In addition that 20 pounds of luggage strapped on my bike that seemed like a good idea at the time was not such a good idea. By the time I got to Castleton, my legs were cramping and I was rolling around on the lawn of the elementary school in agony. Why am I doing this? Because the ministries are that important! We had a great crowd and wonderful food and we told our stories of why we are crazy enough to ride across the state. Today was much better, except for Amber's flat tire. But in 15 minutes the new tube was in and we were rolling again. We were delighted that some people actually came to our lunch at Prince of Peace, Clifton Park. And then 11 more miles on to Scotia. It was hot today, tomorrow will be hotter, but we look forward to another great day.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Ride to Rochester

We're having trouble with the blog for the Bike Ride so for now updates will be posted on this blog. Riders are gathering at Trinity, 70 Green, Castleton-on-Hudson for dinner and program tonight at 6 pm. Right now I'm going to take care of my final packing and get on my bike and ride there from home in Scotia. You can meet us for lunch at Prince of Peace, 70 Norhtcrest Dr. Clifton Park on Monday, or at Our Redeemer, S. Reynolds, Scotia Monday evening at 7pm.

Jeff Silvernail