Good afternoon My Christian Sisters!
What an awesome time we had fellowshipping thursday night. I am always excited about spending time with you all. Here is what we discussed:
New members - we discussed if we are a closed group or an open group - consensus says: we are OPEN. Kathi made a good point that even if we have people just passing through or stopping by we should always keep the door open because what they may not "feel" about us and the work of God at hand at that time, then they may eventually take something away with them that can minister into their lives.
Study Topics - We didn't really come to an agreement on how we should proceed with this, however Andreina had some suggestions about ways she studied in other groups, which she can share with us. Kathi suggested that we keep our group to fellowship and encouragement. I believe we should pray on how we shall proceed. If I remember correctly I believe Martha suggested bringing some scriptures to group and we can share and study them as our hearts are led.
Community Service - I suggested that we continue to pray about our next community service. One suggestion was the Presbyterian Church on Evernia (down the street from me) They have a soup kitchen on Monday evenings and I believe on wednesday evenings out at Curry park. Let's do more research on community service opportunities that we can avail ourselves to.
Charitable stuff - My suggestion is that we begin a collection of things that we can give to charity or start a fund that we can deposit into to give AS A GROUP. More discussion to follow.
Matters of the heart - I feel as though some of you are not taking advantage of the group experience. You are not in the world to take on anything alone. The purpose of the group is to come together and agree on any matter petition before God. We need to encourage and uplift one another, without shame or condemnation. Please be available for one another, it is of good service to God that we do this. It is not by accident that we are together, please know that. We have a sister who is in need and is struggling to be an active christian. Catherine - we are here for you my sister. Antoinette we really need you for discipleship. Cast your cares on the Lord and get busy in the the lives of others - God got you already, help him to get others as he has summoned you to do. We love you and miss you.
New Meeting date/time: As you all know, I am still attending school and I have my new schedule which I am scheduled for a class on thursday evenings starting in september. This class is an 8 week class and I would like to know what you all feel about "TEMPORARILY" moving meeting night to another day, which we all can agree on. Give me suggestions, look at your calendars and keep me posted.
We will meet this thursday at my place at 7. Please bring something to share (food and thoughts).
Be blessed, enjoy services this week (Dr. Maxwell) and I will see you all in passing or thursday evening.
What an awesome time we had fellowshipping thursday night. I am always excited about spending time with you all. Here is what we discussed:
New members - we discussed if we are a closed group or an open group - consensus says: we are OPEN. Kathi made a good point that even if we have people just passing through or stopping by we should always keep the door open because what they may not "feel" about us and the work of God at hand at that time, then they may eventually take something away with them that can minister into their lives.
Study Topics - We didn't really come to an agreement on how we should proceed with this, however Andreina had some suggestions about ways she studied in other groups, which she can share with us. Kathi suggested that we keep our group to fellowship and encouragement. I believe we should pray on how we shall proceed. If I remember correctly I believe Martha suggested bringing some scriptures to group and we can share and study them as our hearts are led.
Community Service - I suggested that we continue to pray about our next community service. One suggestion was the Presbyterian Church on Evernia (down the street from me) They have a soup kitchen on Monday evenings and I believe on wednesday evenings out at Curry park. Let's do more research on community service opportunities that we can avail ourselves to.
Charitable stuff - My suggestion is that we begin a collection of things that we can give to charity or start a fund that we can deposit into to give AS A GROUP. More discussion to follow.
Matters of the heart - I feel as though some of you are not taking advantage of the group experience. You are not in the world to take on anything alone. The purpose of the group is to come together and agree on any matter petition before God. We need to encourage and uplift one another, without shame or condemnation. Please be available for one another, it is of good service to God that we do this. It is not by accident that we are together, please know that. We have a sister who is in need and is struggling to be an active christian. Catherine - we are here for you my sister. Antoinette we really need you for discipleship. Cast your cares on the Lord and get busy in the the lives of others - God got you already, help him to get others as he has summoned you to do. We love you and miss you.
New Meeting date/time: As you all know, I am still attending school and I have my new schedule which I am scheduled for a class on thursday evenings starting in september. This class is an 8 week class and I would like to know what you all feel about "TEMPORARILY" moving meeting night to another day, which we all can agree on. Give me suggestions, look at your calendars and keep me posted.
We will meet this thursday at my place at 7. Please bring something to share (food and thoughts).
Be blessed, enjoy services this week (Dr. Maxwell) and I will see you all in passing or thursday evening.
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