Small Groups
"Jesus was never a lone ranger." (p. 149 Spiritual Disciplines Handbook)
Nope, Jesus wasn't a lone ranger. One of the first things he does in his ministry is chose twelve disciples to walk with him and to be with. He spends hours with his disciples, teaching them, talking with them, eating with them. Jesus has a small group in which to process and work towards his goals and to support him when the going gets tough. (Though in his case, he was usually supporting them...)
The best small groups have an intentional purpose and agreement, they have a structure which everyone supports and have leaders who keep the group on track. Otherwise, small groups come in many many many different kinds of groups. Bible study, book study, prayer, action, games, hobbies, support, ministry, training, coaching... all sorts of small groups exist in the world. Small groups help us understand our lives by experiencing the ways others' understand their lives. Small groups give us connection and relationship and allow us accountability when we set out on the road.
While we have some small groups here in this community, we don't have a small group for everyone. There are many groups in the wider community of Franklin and I hope you are part of a small group which supports you in some way. If you are in search of a small group, let Kaycee and I know. There are many ways for the community here to connect to each other and there may be opportunities waiting for you!
Nope, Jesus wasn't a lone ranger. One of the first things he does in his ministry is chose twelve disciples to walk with him and to be with. He spends hours with his disciples, teaching them, talking with them, eating with them. Jesus has a small group in which to process and work towards his goals and to support him when the going gets tough. (Though in his case, he was usually supporting them...)
The best small groups have an intentional purpose and agreement, they have a structure which everyone supports and have leaders who keep the group on track. Otherwise, small groups come in many many many different kinds of groups. Bible study, book study, prayer, action, games, hobbies, support, ministry, training, coaching... all sorts of small groups exist in the world. Small groups help us understand our lives by experiencing the ways others' understand their lives. Small groups give us connection and relationship and allow us accountability when we set out on the road.
While we have some small groups here in this community, we don't have a small group for everyone. There are many groups in the wider community of Franklin and I hope you are part of a small group which supports you in some way. If you are in search of a small group, let Kaycee and I know. There are many ways for the community here to connect to each other and there may be opportunities waiting for you!
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