Christian community exists when believers connect with each other in authentic and loving ways that encourage growth in Christ. They engage in transparent relationships that cultivate, celebrate and make evident Christ’s love for all the world.
Activities
- Has someone been on your mind? Pray for them. Then, reach out to them.
- Be spontaneous – intentionally invite someone for coffee/tea or to meet you for lunch today and share your story with them and/or listen to theirs.
- Invite someone to come to worship with you this weekend.
- With a family member or friend, practice listening by not interrupting. Listen deeply to what they are sharing, so you can respond with grace and love.
- Include others in a family gathering. Practice what it is to belong to God’s family, not just your nuclear family.
- Practice arriving early or staying late at events/meetings so you can use that time to connect face-to-face with people.
- Intentionally come into the presence of God. Become quiet and attentive. As people or places come to mind, picture bringing them to Jesus. Does Jesus say anything to you about these people? When you have brought everyone to Jesus, leave them with him. Tell Jesus your intent is to leave these people in his care rather than look after them on your own. Throughout the day return in your mind to the comfort that these people are with Jesus.
- Become a prayer partner with someone in your friend group or form a partnership with a child or adult in your family for the rest of the Advent season to pray for a particular situation. When the concern is answered, spend time talking about what it was like to share prayer concerns.