May 15, 2024

What have been your God moments this week? Share your gratitude! Do you have space in your weekly worship, small group gatherings, special activities to check in and share with one another when and how you experienced  something special in your week? In worship these might be called “celebrations,” “God Moments,” “Glimmers” or other name that invites a sharing of something meaningful during the week, a sharing of something reflecting why faith matters. In the expression of a happy moment, a revelatory incident, a gratitude, we all are drawn closer in relationship. Find ways to share them in your worship, at teams and committee meetings and among those you meet outside your building.    How about sharing through “an appreciation station” by creating a give and take table? These might include new or gently used items you don’t need but others might appreciate, recent magazines, favourite recipes, a favourite scripture verse written out, activities and hobbies that can be offered. I know some churches make their own greeting cards and make them available, or prayer squares. Perhaps you love to bake and want to share. As a gardener, perhaps you have extra flowers or produce to brighten someone’s day. One entrepreneur who hosts a stall at the local farmer’s market made up a whole bunch of invitations, providing information about times and locations of the farmer’s market he is part of and invited the taker to bring along the card and receive some free produce. Items can be organized in baskets or bins. Let me know the ideas your community of faith is thinking about, or already trying.