Ok…so I’ve learned something else. Another recurring theme with the parsonage visits has been a hunger for something more than just worship. Are you one that would like to have an opportunity to be part of a group of trustworthy friends that:
Support you in times of struggle
Celebrate with you in times of joy
Discuss ‘God moments’ that each other has during the week
Help one another discern God’s call on your lives
Empowers one another to pursue God’s call
Help each other work through challenges and fears
It is amazing to me how often these desires have been voiced. I am already brainstorming about how to begin to help the church meet this obvious need. I have seen Small Group ministry meet these needs in powerful, transforming ways.
Let this be the first official advertisement for a sermon series I will be starting on September 13th. In the midst of this series Emmanuel will be launching Small Group Ministries for those who relate with this very article. I realize not everyone hungers for this. But for those who desire to go a step further than just the comforts of worship--for those who want to establish, strengthen and/or nurture friendships in a Christian context--this will be an opportunity for you.
More details will be forthcoming. I ask that you will be in prayer about this because it is laying heavy on my heart and it seems also to be on the hearts of many in the church.
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