The Body of Christ: Better Together

Episode on CommunityA Hunter Gatherer’s guide to the 21st CenturyLove and Responsibility from JP2 (Three Levels of Friendship)Come On Song Teresa talked aboutOur tips for getting the community of your dreams:Invite people over for dinner!Stay 10-15 minutes after Mass and talk to people!If you are already plugged in, stay after Mass to welcome others and talk to people in need of community.Read your church’s bulletin and see if there are upcoming small groups, bible studies or events you can attend!Go on a retreat! It’s incredible for your relationship with Christ and others!Be vulnerable! Don’t be afraid to open your heart to others.Don’t “shop around” for the perfect parish, but step up when there’s something missing! Help be the change you want to see in your parish!DO SOMETHING. Contribute to your parish like you would do chores in any family.Help with anything you want at your parish. You don’t have to run things!Get your kids involved, make them if you need to!“How do you want to serve?” not “Do you want to serve?”If you don’t know where to start, ask your pastor: “Where do you need help?”BUT be sure to check out your charisms to help direct where you should help!To begin discerning your charisms, go to www.manypartsministries.com