Just Passing Through

Rev. Dr. Carolyn Scanlan-Holmes • July 14, 2025

Together, Let's See What's Next

Each week, Miss Leanne leads a program for The Garden kiddos called “Stepping Stones.” Every Sunday, kids explore meaningful teachings that set them on a path of discovery and growth. Whatever our age, we're always on a path like stepping stones. Our experiences from childhood to seniority all represent lessons, and each step has purpose. Each trial strengthens us, and our light can shine bright in the darkness around us.


As we take another step this weekend to our temporary location at 740 East 86th Street, we will consider what this means and how we can live with intention during this time. Though the space may be unfamiliar, the spirit of togetherness and reflection remains unchanged. These moments of transition remind us that faith isn’t tied to a building—it travels with us, in our hearts and in our shared commitment to grow.


Let’s walk together on these next stepping stones and focus on our journey forward. Let’s embrace the new, celebrate the familiar, and trust that every step we take is guided by grace. Join us Sunday for “Just Passing Through”—and let’s make this step one of hope, purpose, and connection.ost goes here. To edit this text, click on it and delete this default text and start typing your own or paste your own from a different source.


"Hit the Road, Jack"

Sung by Caroline Smith

Written by Percy Mayfield

Lyrics © Kassner Associated Publishers Ltd., Tangerine Music Corp.


"We May Never Pass This Way Again"

Sung by Michael Read and Caroline Smith

Written by Jimmy Seals & Darrell G. Crofts

Lyrics © Sutjujo Music, Faizilu Publishing


"Life is a Highway"

Sung by Kimberly Morgan

Written by Thomas William Cochrane

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Canada, Pw Arrangements


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