Wednesday; May 1
Growing up when and where I did May Day wasn’t much of a deal. I had heard something about the day being observed in Europe, but attributed it more to the Soviet Union than anything we would have to do with. Then, when we moved to rural areas of the Midwest, I learned more about what it means in that part of the world. Basically, it is a chance to do something nice and simple for other people … and do it secretly. By leaving a small token of affection on someone’s doorstep one friend or neighbor is able to reinforce their relationship with another. As I thought about May Day celebrations, I got thinking about something Jesus told His disciples, “But when you give to the poor, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving will be in secret; and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you.” (Matthew 6:3-4). Simply put, Jesus encourages His disciples to give … and do it anonymously (or at least without fanfare). People who want t