Our young adults home group restarted this last week after a long break. Honestly, it's been difficult to get going again - we got out of the habit of meeting in person during the various levels of lockdown and starting again feels like exercising a muscle that hasn't been used in years! Many of our groups have experienced a similar lethargy and found it hard to get going again.
But on Wednesday evening I was reminded of some of the reasons why these little communities are so important. As we talked about our hopes and expectations I heard comments about the need for community and the importance of supportive relationships, as well as the gift of a group's collective wisdom as we navigate the challenges of life and look to integrate our faith with our daily experiences.
Both our personal experiences and our Methodist history speak to the life-changing impact of small groups. I hope that you too feel encouraged as you exercise those stiff muscles and reconnect with one of our WMC groups.
But on Wednesday evening I was reminded of some of the reasons why these little communities are so important. As we talked about our hopes and expectations I heard comments about the need for community and the importance of supportive relationships, as well as the gift of a group's collective wisdom as we navigate the challenges of life and look to integrate our faith with our daily experiences.
Both our personal experiences and our Methodist history speak to the life-changing impact of small groups. I hope that you too feel encouraged as you exercise those stiff muscles and reconnect with one of our WMC groups.