I know, I know, it’s hot outside! But autumn is on its way. One of the sure fire indicators that fall is on its way is school enrollment. After writing this, I’ll be dropping Cherie off to perform her duties as school nurse at the first day of enrollment. Yesterday I was strolling up and down the school supply aisle with my son, Klayton, as he was prepping for his first day student teaching. The school year is quickly approaching.
I remember recess in grade school. On different occasions a few of us would skip the touch football game or session of “wall ball” to enter the exciting, fictional world of the A-team. We would reenact the latest televised adventure of these do-gooding, wrongly accused vigilantes from the world of television. One of our little crew would assume the role of “Face Man” another “Murdoch” someone else would be the wise yet risk taking leader “Hannibal” and still another the Mohawk wearing “B.A. Barracuss.” There were several things that were satisfying about being a part of that little A-team. First everyone had a role to play. It didn’t matter if you were the “brains” behind the plan or if you were pretending to be the muscle. Your role was important and necessary to the success of that day’s adventure. Secondly, it was an adventure! While we would usually begin with the premise of the night before’s television show, we were only limited to our imaginations (and 15 minute recess period). Finally, the plan always came together! Just like on the TV show the bad guys were defeated and the victims rescued by the heroes!
This month Wallula Christian Church will launch our fall small groups. Just like recess back in the eighties there will be a role for everyone, an adventure to enjoy and mostly the plan will come together. These groups provide a space for your relationship with God to grow and be strengthened as you study God’s Word with others. In the process you’ll develop meaningful friendships with other believers that will help you navigate the ups and downs of everyday life.
You will have the chance to meet small group leaders and discover the many different options at our Small Group Fall Fest on August 14. On this Sunday morning you’ll be introduced to the many different group options and have the opportunity to sign up for the one that is best for you and your family. I’m looking forward to this small group season. I love it when a plan comes together!
- Lance
And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.
- Acts 2:42