Around the Circle in 7 Days

Hello Emmanuel,

Around the circle in 7 days.  Can you handle it?  For those who are new to the church (or absolutely refuse to pay attention to my insistent ramblings), Emmanuel has a plan.  The plan is to make disciples of Jesus Christ.  However, it’s more specific than that.  There are parts of the church that simply have to be.  And if there is any week to observe how the Discipleship Pathway works, it is this week.

Tonight we practice Compassionate Care as we grieve with and comfort the family of Mike Wright.  Mike fought a long and hard battle with cancer.  He is now with the Lord.  We will be with the family. 

Tomorrow we practice Risk-Taking Missions.  The Clermont County Opiate Task Force will be holding a community event in the sanctuary to discuss and educate the issues regarding the increase drug problem, specifically heroin.  The public is invited to attend, starting at 7:00.

Wednesday is singing.  More than that, it is singing to prepare for Passionate Worship.  The choir and praise teams get ready week after week to lead you on Sundays.

Thursday we see one of the Faith-Forming Relationships groups.  Bible Study is at 7:00, though many other groups meet throughout the week.

Saturday is Risk-Taking Outreach.  There is the Cruise-In and Community Grill-Out starting at 10:00.  It is a time where we simply encourage fellowship with the community and invite them to come and have a little bit of fun.  We want them to know we are here and care about their involvement.

And throughout the week is Radical Hospitality.  I already got to sample cookies in the kitchen for Tuesday night (it’s a perk that comes with the job).  Welcoming people should happen every time someone walks through the doors.  If you get a chance, check out the church calendar on the website.  Fall is here and it has become a much busier place.

Around the circle in 7 days!  Can you handle it?  No you can’t.  It is too much for just one person to deal with.  However, with a church full of the Faithful and a little intentional planning, God will certainly take advantage of it.

For those who help with the circle, I pray you see and understand the rewards when they are right in front of you.  Recognize when discipleship is happening and be glad.  The Holy Spirit is hard at work.

God is Good,

Pastor Joe