March 25, 2018. Eureka Springs, AR. Radar

This isn't a blog about M.A.S.H. or Walter O'Reilly. Here at the Passion Play we are very conscious about weather, temperatures, storms on the way and anything else weather-related, With many of our activities outside, it's important to dress properly, plan our construction projects and anticipate severe weather or any changes in the weather from moment to moment.
Last year we had a number of stucco, concrete or other outside projects that were impacted by rain and sever weather and already this year we have had high winds which damaged our Tabernacle and will necessitate some expensive and time-consuming repairs. Right now we have a fairly large storm coming at us from the west and the prospects are for storms, some severe, for the entire week. Most of us have a radar app on our phones and we refer to it often.
From May to October, when the Play is performed outside, we are always watching the radar and weather forecasts, as are most of our visitors. Last year we were fortunate to only "lose" one performance to the rain, but did have to stop another performance just as Jesus was about to be crucified. The lightening was too close for comfort. The year before we had to cancel 5 or 6 performances, which was a substantial hit to the bottom line. And so, even with the start of the season still over a month away, we watch the colors on our phones in order to gauge our work schedules and get done what has to be done to be ready when the performance schedule begins.
Not too much we can do when the weather isn't favorable, except find indoor tasks to do, realize that the moisture is necessary to nourish the trees, plants, fill the reservoirs and bring out the flowers, blossoms, leaves and colors which make this areas such a pretty place to spend our time working for The Lord and advancing His Kingdom. Thank You, Lord for providing all our needs, protecting us in the storms and guiding us through this life to a place where weather will be ideal, as will everything else..........all the time, for all time.

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