Editor:

Gray clouds departed as bright sun shone upon our beloved Pastor Emeritus, the Reverend Sherwood A. Treadwell, and a large gathering at the dedication of the Treadwell Meditation Garden, last Sunday, at the Church on the Cape, Cape Porpoise.

Twelve years ago, while lunching with architect Harvey Wells, Sherwood planted the seeds for his dream of a special meditation garden on the church grounds. It was by no coincidence that he had brought a carefully detailed sketch of the layout for Harvey’s perusal.

Subsequently, Harvey drew up plans for the garden, then tucked them away until “the time was right.” Several times over the years, Harvey unrolled these plans but was still convinced it was not yet time to proceed.

Some years later, Harvey was immersed in designing the beautiful new wing on the church. At this time he carefully set aside a small parcel of land, with the meditation garden in mind.

When the new wing was completed in 2007, a group of men from the church, spearheaded by Bob McLaughlin and David Emery, began in earnest to bring Sherwood’s dream to fruition...the time was right.

It is fitting, indeed, that this special place honor Pastor Emeritus Treadwell, a man who has dedicated his life to the glory of God; a true shepherd, he has brought humor, hope, compassion and love to his flock, far and near.

A small secluded, peaceful place, the Treadwell Meditation Garden is welcome to all, to sit quietly, to refresh their spirits, to find strength in meditation.

Nancy Libby

Member, Church on the Cape