No matter where you are or what you're doing, a norm establishes itself.
What we experience in our "organic gatherings" is of such a different quality compared to "going to church" that it's hard even to, well, compare the two experiences.
Anyway, in many ways, last night was just normal. But, then, what a normal!
It is the emotional and spiritual intimacy about these gatherings that is exceptional. And, we experienced that. What was not present so much was the spurring on to love and good works component of meeting that Hebrews 10 defines as core to the gatherings of disciples.
But, for good reason.
We had issues to discuss related to the ending of our lease at the property in Ephrata.
AND, the host couple presented a sonogram demonstrating that they, at long last, are about to become first time grandparents!
In these gatherings, the Word is not central, as is the case in Protestant/Evangelical services. The Lord is, through the intense focus on the taking of the bread and the cup. Such was the case last evening.
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One other note.
Since I stopped being a parish priest, a terrible fit for a prophet, my health has improved. My energy level increased and I lost a lot of weight.
However, all these house gatherings are beginning to their toll. The meals are so amazing that it's hard not to reach for seconds. And the desserts...!
I haven't stepped on a scale but I may soon need to wear a larger waist size!
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