by George | Sep 20, 2022 | Community News, Devotional, Newsletter
Empathy Training
“Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous;”
I Peter 3:8
My wife was reading a magazine the other day. I inquired what she was reading about. She said: “Empathy training.” The article was about our local school system implementing empathy training classes for students.
Empathy training? Don’t the kids know already how to have compassion for others?
Shockingly, the answer is no. Same goes for adults.
We all need reminders to be empathetic.
“The term “empathy” is used to describe a wide range of experiences. Emotion researchers generally define empathy as the ability to sense other people’s emotions, coupled with the ability to imagine what someone else might be thinking or feeling.” (https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/topic/empathy/definition)
Here’s some reminders from the Bible to be empathetic:
“Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous;”
I Peter 3:8
“Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep.” Romans 12:15
Christ modeled empathy:
“But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary and scattered, like sheep having no shepherd.”
Matthew 9:36
When Lazarus died, Jesus was SO MOVED with compassion that He wept. (John 11:35)
Let’s follow our Master’s example!
“Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” Theodore Roosevelt
by George | Sep 6, 2022 | Community News, Newsletter
September Community Church Ministry Newsletter
“And He *said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.”
Matthew 4:19
In September of 2014, Community Church Ministry was incorporated as a non-profit ministry. We were in two neighborhoods then, Berrywood Apartments and Dutch Gardens MHP.
A lot has happened since then. God has allowed us to go to more than 12 neighborhoods.
We are very thankful to God for the success He has given us over the years.
But, we are not resting on our laurels. There are so many places we need to go to.
CCM would love for you to come with us. We are looking for groups and individuals to help us go into new territories.
Please pray that more volunteers will answer the call.
We are so grateful for your continued support! May God bless you!
September Community Church Ministry Schedule. (6:30 starting time)
Thursday, September 1: Darlington MHP
Thursday, September 8:
Dutch Gardens MHP
Monday, September 12:
Callier Forest Apts
Thursday, September 15:
Pine Village MHP
Monday, September 19:
Swan Lake MHP
by George | Aug 15, 2022 | Community News, Newsletter
August Community Church Ministry Newsletter
My heart is filled with gratitude as I write these words to you. Here’s why:
- God enabled us to do 13 events in July. 12 were back-to-school events.
- The weather was good for all of them except one, but the rain was brief at that one.
- We had enough school supplies to give out and some extra for next time.
- God supplied enough help.
- Seeds were planted of which we are praying to spring up to eternal life.
We all have so much to be thankful for!
Please continue to pray for Community Church Ministry
that God would guide the scheduling, that the Lord would open doors for us, hearts to be receptive, resources, volunteers, and good weather.
Our desire is to expand into other communities. Please pray about networking with us to reach your neighborhood.
Upcoming neighborhood dinners:
Monday, August 15- Swan Lake MHP
Thursday, August 18- Pine Village MHP
