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Meet us for breakfast at 9:45 Sunday morning before church to talk about what God’s doing in our lives. We’re currently working through Liquid: Mirror Image. A summary might read:

Mirror Image is based in some of the most famous biblical parables, such as the God Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. Mirror Image tells the story of people who face life’s events and learn to look at them from a different perspective in order to make a difference in this world.

So, stop by, check out their life story and decisions and how they can help us learn to make better decisions–and connect with some other young adults trying to make the right decisions in life. You can always check the schedule or call/text (302-632-0637) me to find out where we’re meeting.

This week, we’ll be at the Burger King on 13 near Webbs Lane. For directions, click here. Come by and look for us-I’ll be looking for you!

We’re currently studying Liquid, Live at Five during our weekly Sunday Morning breakfasts. It really asks some great questions and connects to real life issues–and it’s fun to do as a group. (This week we’re moving from Dunkin Donuts to McDonalds.)

Amazon Description:

Live at Five is the story of Natalie Neff and her struggles to discover purpose and direction in her life. Just out of college, she’s faced with daunting challenges both personally and professionally. Based on the book of James, Live at Five portrays the practical advice of James in a light-hearted, culturally relevant way.

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Many of you may not realize it, but I am competing in the Olympics this year. After much training and discipline, I am ready for the challenge of international competition. As part of my participation, I am allowed to bring guests. If you would like to join me at the competition on Saturday, August 16, I have space available.

Since I am actually competing in the Wii Olympics, all events will be held at my house. And, of course, we’re inviting everyone to join in the competition–not just watch.

After preliminary warm-ups, we’ll compete to see who the greatest Olympian is. Games will begin promptly at 8:00pm. I’ll be providing nachos, so feel free to bring soda, Gatorade, snacks of desserts.

Of course, if you prefer, you can just watch badminton, cycling, fencing, rowing, sailing, shooting, swimming, ping-pong, tennis, track & field, weightlifting and wrestling–or whatever they broadcast from the schedule that day.

Email me or call/text (302-632-0637) for more information or directions. I live right off of State Street near Moores Lake-about a mile from Calvary.

Interested in breakfast? We’re trying something new for Sunday mornings. Join us for breakfast on Sunday mornings at 9:45.

We’ll hit some different spots, but for now, we’ll be heading to Dunkin’ Donuts near the Camden Wal-Mart. Call/text me (302) 632-0637 if you need directions (or click here). We’ll also be posting a schedule at http://yavillage.com/schedules.

Read Matthew 5:13-16, NIV
This is a pretty familiar passage of Scripture. What would you expect me to preach/teach about if you hear me read it?

Read the passage in another translation, the Message, in Matthew 5:13-16 Jesus says:
“Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you’ll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.”
Recently I was asked, “What does the word disciple/discipleship mean to you?”
My answer: following and becoming like Jesus & bringing others on the journey with you.
Calvary’s Statement: Doing Life Together with Jesus

What does it mean to be really connected with other people? To be connected in community?
When I went on a trip to DC with some of you, I cleaned the car. Tom kinda made fun of me because I armorall-ed the dashboard. But. I wanted to have a clean car for my guests since I didn’t know who’d be coming on our trip to DC/Ebeneezers/Frontline. When Tom normally gets in the car, it’s a mess…when we’re really connected with people, they see the real us. They see that our car, and sometimes our lives, are a little messy. That’s when the Gospel really shines through–when we are who we are and people see Christ reflected in us.

We didn’t get much past this question this week. I hope you can make it out soon to join the discussion.