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Monday, December 26, 2005
Agree or Disagree?
From Church Re-Imagined by Doug Pagitt:
"Our desire is to arrange our lives to follow God in the way of Jesus.
Our intention is that Sunday night gatherings (their "church service") be a time when people contribute to the creation of a setting in which we are transformed, not a setting in which people come to be serviced by professionals or qualified volunteers. I like to think o fit as having dinner at a friend's house where it is expected that you will help pass the serving dishes and clear the table at the end of the meal.
Our gatherings reflect our belief that we are in this together and that we all have something to offer here. Our worship gatherings are not meant to be shows or concerts. They are designed as interactive experiences. We invite participants to join in, share what they have, and take a piece of what those around have to give. We are a gathering of people who are on a pilgrimage through life with each other and with God. Our gatherings for worship are designed to help us along on that journey."
So, do you agree or disagree with this idea of what a "church service" should be? If no, tell us why you do. If yes, are we currently doing this at CBC? What should we do differently to get us there.
Brent 5:41 AM
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