COMMUNITY

It's starting to feel a little bit like Christmas: I've done some shopping, we put up the tree, the house is a shambles of unpacked decorations waiting to find their place . . .

But better than feeling like Christmas, is the feeling of finding community. Seeing people we know in church and chatting with them a bit between services, someone asking me for a recipe, getting in on shopping for a surprise gift for one of the pastors, taking the day Thursday to enjoy not only one but TWO women's get togethers . . . I've been real happy with this move, but now I'm feeling more connected. That's a good thing.

Another good thing is that I heard from Michael, letting me know he's almost done with the other book proposal. He'll phone me about it after the new year. Pray that God will make clear to me what He wants me to do with this opportunity.

Thanks for checking in on me, and for your prayers. Have a great "only 14 more shopping days until Christmas!"

Comments

Anonymous said…
Ferree, I am so happy that you are getting connected that can make a world of difference ,God Bless you,love you sandy
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Anonymous said…
It is so strange. For our Christmas Brunch this year, the theme was "Comfort Your People", the Spirit of Community.
Lisa Dils Brown spoke on the importance of community - and that God is a community - Father, son and Holy Spirit Cool!
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
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