Small Group Book Discussion (Oct 27)

October 18, 2013 By

small_group_bookA small group, led by Nancy S, will meet the afternoon of Sunday, October 27, to discuss the book MUDHOUSE SABBATH by Lauren F. Winner. Despite her conversion from Orthodox Judaism to Christianity, the author finds that her life is still shaped by the spiritual essences of Judaism — rich traditions and religious practices that she can’t leave behind. In MUDHOUSE SABBATH, Winner illuminates eleven spiritual practices that can transform the way we view the world, and God. Whether discussing her own prayer life, the spirituality of candle-lighting, or the differences between the Jewish Sabbath and a Sunday spent at the Mudhouse, her favorite coffee shop, Winner writes with appealing honesty and rare insight.

Let Nancy know if you plan to participate in the discussion — and pick up the book MUDHOUSE SABBATH to begin your journey.

 

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Small Group Ministry – Group Encounter

August 21, 2013 By

Small GroupsGroup Encounter is a group of individuals who have come together to introduce the church to possible small group activities, as well as to solicit their input on the kinds of groups they would like to participate in.  The purpose of a small group is to build deeper relationships in Christian community based on personal interests and gifts.

Over the next nine months we plan on meeting monthly to explore new ideas and to come up with a structure for how a small group ministry might work at FCC.  Each month will be something different in the hopes that in the future a small group could form around that idea.  Some months will be adults only while others will be family-friendly, or a sitter will be provided.  Below is a tentative schedule for the next few months.

  • Late August: Service Project – Making school kits (family friendly) – Hosted by Angie O
  • September: Meeting at the Martin & Nancy’s home followed by dinner in Over-the-Rhine (adults only). Hosted by Martin and Nancy S
  • October: Bible topics and their relevancy to today with potluck dinner at Neil & Tracy’s  home (sitting provided, if needed) – Hosted by Neil and Tracy S
  • Early November: Campfire. Hosted by Dave and Linda L

If you are interested in any or all of these events, please contact the person hosting the event or any member of the small group ministry team (Martin & Nancy S, Beth B, Dave & Linda L, Paulette M, Angie O, Evan D, Ginger A, Karen P and Neil & Tracy S).

Please watch the website and newsletter for updates to these events and more!

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