LOVING OUR NEIGHBOURS LIKE GOD DOES
It is a good for congregations to discuss the 'why' for connecting with new people in our community. If we are simply wanting to be the loving hands, feet and heart of Christ, people will sense it. On the other hand, if we are building relationships so we can 'save our church' or have more people to work on committees, they will soon see through to this motive too.
Clarity about our purpose helps us join what God is doing in our neighbourhoods, with a sense of humility and loving service. Read more in, 4 Shifts for More Authentic Community Engagement, written by Dan Pezet, published by Lewis Centre for Church Leadership.