Intersect GR Gathering

Eleven of us converged on Grand Rapids for our second, three-day gathering this year. Our cohort has committed to stay connected over the year through phone, blog, and quarterly gatherings to explore fresh paradigms of mission, formation, calling, and vision.

The beauty of this expression has been the concentrated gatherings, the ongoing discussions, and the promise that we’ll see each other again. Time together and time back in our ministries allow for us to wrestle with and experiment with the training and concepts we bring to the table each quarterly gathering.

This week we’re trying to envision what ‘formation” looks like. How does one encourage it, develop it, and assess it in their ministry context? We’re exploring how shema, creed, rhythm, community, and mission frame formation.

Our hope is that our thinking moves beyond theory that permeates real life and ministry. And our hope is not theory. Even in our short time together, many of us have experienced new highs and lows in our missional journeys trying to embrace what it means to live out the Gospel and encourage others to do the same.

Each of you guys are shaping me in a very real way… thanks.