Guidance from a gathering guru
Lisa Vaughn
October 1, 2021
Why do we gather as church? Really? On the face of it, this seems like a simple question. But is it? The ‘why’ question surfaces
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Why do we gather as church? Really? On the face of it, this seems like a simple question. But is it? The ‘why’ question surfaces
Opportunity knocks! Perhaps even literally… as people emerging from their COVID cloistering seek out community. This autumn congregations extend invitations to their neighbours to join
Where can you go to have an open-minded, non-judgemental, non-pressured conversation with others who are interested in spiritual things? People who identify as ‘spiritual, but
The sting of COVID means some aspects of Churchland life are smarting – like disruptions in receiving Eucharist, the prohibition of hugs, partaking in potlucks
We’re not quite there yet. Although we are well on our way to having pandemic restrictions eased, many of our indoor pre-COVID gatherings will not
Diocesan stories of people responding to God’s call Let me be your (soup) servant Talk about chicken soup for the soul! A culinarian crew from
Diocesan stories of people responding to God’s call Something to talk about A good gab session over a steaming cup of tea is par for
My all-time favourite stuffy when I was a child was Curious George. The accompanying story books written by Margret and H. A. Rey captivated me
Ministry in 2021 means going where the people are. For many that is online, and one of our priests has connected in a mighty way!
Orderly. Stable. Secure. Safe. These are terms frequently expressed when we talk about church or the Christian life. Especially now, in these COVID-19 times, we
People of faith are becoming endeared to the fullest sense of discipleship, as many these days are reflecting on baptismal identity. Questions are posed like,
Diocesan stories of people responding to God’s call A new cohort steps up Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “Faith is taking the first step even
Diocesan stories of people responding to God’s call Missional movers and shakers Mission-shaped churches don’t happen by accident. These outward-oriented flourishing congregations are intentionally nurtured to be that way.
For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully
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