Discussion Guide II - Aug. 5
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The Mennonite
July 24, 2007
Discussion guide for Aug. 5, 2007
Questions:
If you attended San Jose 2007, share a highlight or memorable speaker from the week.
If you did not attend San Jose 2007, share what activity you most would have wanted to participate in (based on coverage in The Mennonite or stories you've heard about convention).
How do you feel nudged to "live the call"?
In what ways does your congregation "live the call"? In what ways do you think your congregation should "live the call"?
The train is leaving the station
By Everett J. Thomas
page 32
How would you answer the question, "Is there room in this church for someone like me?"
Where are you at in the process of being a part of Mennonite Church USA that Thomas mentions: "I need to accept who we are and decide if I want to join in. If so, then I join with good will"?
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