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Lectio Divina: A Steadying Way
by Gunilla Norris Change is happening so rapidly in every sector of life that we hardly have time to adjust. Many live for hours a day in the virtual reality of computers. Information and communication pours in through the Internet, our cell phones, and iPods at such speed and in so many ways that our attention is expected to jump from one thing to another while our bodies and souls lag behind with no place to rest. We live in a manner that more and more asks us to anticipate the future. We want to predict, to know ahead of time, how to manage what might come, but no one can actually live in the future. To try to do so inevitably leads to anxiety. We can only live in the present where we are, and where we are is always on holy ground with God and with each other. Read more. . . |
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Summer Bible Study
Every Other Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 PM, Wing in the Woods, beginning Wednesday, June 9! Join Pastor Melody and Lauren Wilken, Director of Youth & Children's Ministry, for an every-other-week Bible study using the book, The Bible Tells Me So by Pete Enns. If you've ever struggled with the violent or contradictory or just plain strange passages in the Bible, or wanted to learn how to faithfully read the Bible without checking your brain at the door, this study is for you! This will be a great study for both youth and adults who want to grow in their faith!
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Want a way to connect with others without adding one more meeting to your schedule? Join this text-messaging small group to receive one to two scriptures and life application questions each week. This is a great way to make friends, build community and grow your faith by participating in your own time. Facilitated by Emily Young.
JOIN HERE |
VIRTUAL TEA TIME
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Grab a cup of tea and join us weekly as we create connection and enjoy discussions about life and faith. This group will meet every Wednesday from 3:30 - 4:30pm via ZOOM. Join for a video conference with your computer, tablet, iPad or smartphone, or dial by phone for conversation only.
ZOOM LINK HERE CALL IN TO ZOOM 1-312-626-6799 PASSCODE 143352 |
UMW (UNITED METHODIST WOMEN)
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This is a group of women who combine their passion for mission, learning, and supporting others with fellowship and fun! Every woman is welcome, even if you aren’t a member. The UMW group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM. (Depending on weather, they will meet on the patio or inside the Wing in the Woods.)
CONTACT: Charlotte Loter |
MEN'S BREAKFAST GROUP
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The men's group meets together monthly for breakfast! All men are invited to the next men's breakfast - details to come. Bring your lawn chair and an appetite for food, faith and fellowship.
CONTACT: Donald Perschall |
FORM A NEW GROUP
We would love to help you create your own small group. Groups can gather online, via text or social media, or choose to meet outdoors at church, in someone’s driveway, garage, deck, or even at a park. If you have an idea for a group you’d be willing to host, please email Pastor Melody!
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