We need time to reflect in our Church congregations and within our communities. Taking time to walk with George and “Hello Kitty”, riding on bus route $303 with Eliacin, pick up the ball in “communication” as Brad says, or we have no one to blame but ourselves. Spend some time with Kelly and a local fire fighter to learn more that we can do in our community. Bless you all for showing us the way.
Time to reflect on the very positive example taken by Pope Francis to all Christians- get outside our Churches, take care of the poor, the homeless and down-trodden, step forward and walk the walk you know...like Jesus. Amen!
Take time to reflect on a perfect example of this type of ministry going on right here in our Diocese thanks to Terry Kyllo, an ELCA Pastor at St. Phillips Episcopal Church and working to develop Catacomb Churches in the greater Skagit Valley area. We met at Luther’s Table in Renton where he explained his conception of home Churches or organized around social action issues that represents a manifestation of the Church in the world. Sound familiar?
Take time to prepare by setting up small groups or bible studies (a backbone of past Churches) that led to stronger Church organization inside the walls that spilled outside. I can remember in the 1960’s and 70’s the Edge of Adventure series with Keith Miller and Bruce Larson. Meeting in small groups, usually in homes or in church, communicating within the congregation and into the community.
Prepare by taking part in your communities’ organizations that work effectively in carrying out God’s mission-oriented future. Why you might even invite them to dinner and fellowship. This time of year with Shrove Tuesday approaching, a little ham or sausage and pancakes can go a long way in walking the walk like Jesus!
Chuck
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