Birds of a Feather
Do Nothing Together

birdsonwireThis photo, circulated widely on the internet, speaks volumes to church life.

Of course, the eye is drawn to the up-ended bird. Is he troubled? Is she just different? Only a few other birds notice, and they look unsure there is anything they can do about what they see.

Then there are the other birds. Most are staring confidently in the same direction. We have no way of knowing what they see. What is so interesting that catches their attention but keeps them roosting? A few are preoccupied, preening themselves.

What do you see?