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“What is the urgent and authentic mission of our Christian life and congregation? How do we live “the more” of this important vocation? What might such an adventure look like for our everyday life and our church life?” These are some of the questions which Dr. Doug Bailey will be asking us, the members of Shallowford Presbyterian Church and Unity Moravian Church, as we jointly convene a special fall program on how we “Become the More” in the community of Lewisville. The Rev. Dr. Doug Bailey, a recent professor of Urban Ministry at Wake Forest Divinity School and Founder/President of Center for Urban Ministry; a national training center for clergy and congregations, will lead us through this exciting journey. This program has two segments to it. The first program will be held on Wednesday, October 19, at Unity Moravian Church and the concluding segment will be held on Sunday, October 23 at Shallowford Presbyterian Church. Each program will begin with a light meal at 6:00pm followed at 6:45pm – 8:00pm with Dr. Bailey. Nursery care will be provided at both churches, and we hope to be able to provide care for early elementary age children also. This will be offered only during the program time. In order to make sure both churches prepare enough food for the meals, reservations will be required. Registration forms will be available beginning on the first Sunday of October.
The governing boards of both congregations have been challenged to attend and participate in these two programs, but the challenge is also for the members of both congregations to come and become more engaged in what it means to do ministry in our community. Rob Evans, pastor of Shallowford and myself are very excited about once again working cooperatively. Also, having the expertise of Dr. Bailey should provide both congregations with many challenges on how we can better serve the needs of people within our community and churches.
The Church Board of Unity Moravian Church and I urge your attendance and participation in this joint program. Pastor Zimmerman |
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Becoming the Moreposted Oct 6, 2011 10:53 AM by Ruth Burcaw |