On The Table

I've recently had the pleasure of indulging in several conversations about our church with some new friends. Which is fun for me, but which must be challenging to them, since we're so peculiar in so many ways. Which usually leads me to invite them to just come and see for themselves, but which suggestion is perhaps the most challenging, since our schedule is probably the most idiosyncratic and (intentionally) confusing part of our culture. At the end of every month, we interrupt our weekly Worship Services to engage in Service Worship-- a chance to develop relationships outside of our church and to put into practice the hopes and dreams that we talk so much about.

On months like this one (where we have 5 Sundays), schedules get even more confusing. But the chances to get out of our normal routines and connect with others is all the more evident. Hope you can join us:

This weekend, we've got a two-pronged offering (though you can certainly do both!). Led by the Chief Camper himself, a bunch of folks will be heading two hours west for a little mountain getaway. Feel free to join them anytime between Friday, July 20 and Tuesday, July 24. Sam can get you the details, or you can contact us if you'd like to join in.

If you'd rather stay close to home, a bunch of us are gathering at Burke Lake on Saturday, July 21 for a good cause. We'll be walking and running in the 1-mile and 5-mile events that are being organized to raise money for children's cardiac research, and to support the families of these kids. If your funds are tight, please just come out anyway to lend your support (or contact us, and we'll find you a sponsor).

Next weekend, we'll be gathering with our friends at Culpeper House to meet up with some local Sudanese Lost Boys for an Information Exchange. We'll learn about Dinka culture and the harrowing lives they have lived, and we'll offer them some basic help with typing and use of email, etc.. The exact details are still being worked out, but please block out the evening of Sunday, July 29 for dinner and a chance to meet these amazing men (and plan to bring a laptop to donate or for training purposes, if you've got one).

Mike (Stavlund)

Labels: camping, service-worship