October 25, 2021
Series
All One in the Church
By CARMEL PAGE
Carmel Page looks at how ecclesial life can better reflect the unity of the body of Christ through greater awareness, welcome, and practical care. Across everyday church situations, she considers how believers respond to people with different needs, backgrounds, vulnerabilities, and experiences, and encourages a more compassionate, inclusive, and spiritually mature community culture.
Part 1
I recently went for a walk just to look at my local churches. I suggest you do this too and notice which ones make you feel like walking in. Imagine you are at a crisis point in your life and you’re feeling vulnerable. Which church would you choose? Which one looks best to visit if you are lonely?
Part 2
Churches are good for families: from toddler groups to Sunday school and youth weekends, we provide for all ages. We all can help make life easier for families if we are flexible and plan thoughtfully.
Part 3
Dementia affects people’s ability to think and debilitates memory. While it can be frustrating to deal with people who are confused, it’s also a great way to practice the fruit of the spirit.
Part 5
Imagine what would happen if everyone attended services in their underwear? Or is it best not to imagine!? WHO? WHAT? WEAR?
Part 6
The sacred books of the Bible illuminate the history, culture and future of the Jewish people. Because of our love of the Scriptures, Christadelphians embrace this heritage and are motivated to think favorably of the Jewish people.
Part 7
Our behaviors can impact the whole world, and it is our Christian responsibility to act accordingly. There are many realistic ways that we can protect God’s world and everyone in it. We don’t have to do all the things, but we should try to do some.
Part 8
Children learn about consent when we respect their choices about us touching them. Many people love to hug children, but just because we are bigger, it does not give us the right.