Posted by verne on April 30, 2006, at 12:30:16
In reply to Re: your daughter » crazy teresa, posted by verne on April 30, 2006, at 7:04:03
I went to church but wasn't crazy about the preacher and music (hymns and not the praise music I'm familiar with). Oh the bright side they have several small group meetings throughout the week. I hope to start an "Experiencing God" course in two weeks with one group. Other groups are in the middle of "Purpose Driven Life" and "Disciplines" (based on Foster's book among others)
Some very sincere and loving people came up to me and made me feel welcome. I recognized a few people and even my pharmacist. The congregation at this church is a little on the old side. Sort of non-denominational (First Christian) and not too hung up with ritual or appearances.
That's makes two Sundays in a row that I managed to get through church without bursting into flames.
I sat with a close friend who over the years has waffled on my *conversion*. I think I'm back to being unconverted so it was awkward taking communion next to him. I just think his obsession with other people's conversions (he would call it the great commission) is a weakness of pride (he, of course, had 'a Paul knocked off his horse' sort of conversion) which I try to overlook.
I already want to find another church for Sunday service but I do want to get into their small groups during the week. If I spend 4-5 days a week in church activities I'll have less time to spend with my addictions and depression.
Anyway, this has been quite a breakthrough for me. A lot has happened in the last week.
Verne
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