As I read the scripture for Sunday, Romans 12:9-21, (from the Message) the phrase "be inventive in hospitality" caught my eye. I wondered how I would go about doing that if time and money were in abundance.
Jesus stressed the importance of showing kindness and care to people. He reinvented hospitality in his time by talking to the woman at the well, feeding the multitudes when the disciples wanted to turn them away, and washing the feet of the disciples. In a culture that had little regard for women and children, Jesus welcomed and valued them.
What about us? How might we as a church be inventive in hospitality? Most visitors probably expect to be greeted when they arrive and offered a cup of coffee and a snack before they leave.
We do that, at least for the 9:00 am service. So I invite you to think beyond the realm of refreshments and ask yourself how we might extend even greater hospitality to our guests.
Email me if you get an answer and I'll share mine on Sunday.
If you haven't been to church in a while remember your place is saved. We miss you. We are praying for you and the gift of your presence will bring us much joy!
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