"When you begin to think outside the box, you often become some other "leaders" lousy follower. That usually costs something" (Andy Rayner)

"Our guardian angels are bored." (Mike Foster)

It's where I feel I'm at these days. “In the second half of life, it is good just to be a part of the general dance. We do not have to stand out, make defining moves, or be better than anyone else on the dance floor. Life is more participatory than assertive, and there is no need for strong or further self-definition” (Falling Upward. Richard Rohr.120).

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Is Leaving Institutional Church The Lazy Path?

People think people like me are running away from service. Have been hurt, or are bitter. Nope! Less about running from something: Better characterized as running to a new place in life, faith and service.

If you think this is the easy road, the comfortable road, you are very mistaken.
 
"Organic churching is not a soft option. It takes more relational energy and commitment than showing up for a weekly service of lecture and music. It also involves lonely sections along the path, when it is just you and the tug of the Vertical on your heart strings."

"Organic church is not a structure but a frame of mind about how the life of Christ works in and through us in the Body of Christ.....The quest for organic church has led many devoted followers of Christ beyond congregational structures. This does not take away from how the congregational experience benefits many. But it is a sign that God is up to something."
(Have no idea the source, read in Pathfinders Fellowships (canada) FB page)

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