Last night (Friday the 28th) we launched the first ever Gathering at FBC.
People filled the new coffee bar area to enjoy coffee from the Coffee Mill and other various drinks while connecting with old and new friends. It was very exciting to have two infants join us for the night although they did not add a whole lot to the conversation.
The Gathering began with a random video that was quite funny. I shared with the group for awhile some of what God has been leading me with in light of this group. There were three main elements…
1. We have the opportunity to be part of something bigger then ourselves (Acts 1:12-13). We looked at the disciples gathered with a message that would change the world in a room in this passage. As believers we can link ourselves back to them and their mission…our mission today.
2. We have the opportunity to join with others in mission (John 17). Our desire is to develop deep relationships and community with the goal to be a light for Christ. This happens outside the church walls and in our everyday lives at work, home, school, etc.
3. We need to be where Jesus is at (Rev. 3:20). Jesus said “Here I Am”. Are we living and serving where Jesus is at or running with our own plan?
We closed our night with worship lead by a great team.
After worship people spent time after word talking for a good hour.
Friday night was a GREAT starting point and foundation to some great things that the Lord will continue to do in and through the lives of the individuals who commit themselves to Him.
