Not good for us to be alone One of the things I enjoy on Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings is that time after the service when we hang around, chat, and catch up with each other. There’s something lovely about grabbing a cup of tea or coffee and finding out what folks have been up to. Our connection with others is so important, especially now. There is a growing epidemic of isolation and there are many who feel divided and separated. In Genesis 2:18 God says that it is not good for us to be alone. We are hard-wired for community. There are blessings (given and received) in our life shared together. I believe it is a sign of hope when we gather together for worship… we build each other up and encourage one another. It is also true when we take time visit after the service. So, why not hang around for a while after the service this Sunday and connect. So…reach out to someone, start a conversation, check in on each other. Who might you bless today? Here are some practical ways to stay connected during the rest of the week: You might invite someone to coffee or lunch. Ask someone to join you in an activity you both enjoy. Send someone a card or note and let them know that you are thinking of them. Pick up the phone and call someone who was not in church and find out how they are doing. If you need some conversation prompts, here are a few to help you get started: - What is giving you hope right now?
- What is the most generous act you have seen recently?
- What are you grateful for lately?
- What are your favorite hobbies?
- How is your family doing?
- What are you reading or listening to?
- How can I pray for you?
Blessings,
Matthew+ O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. (BCP p. 225) | 
