The Practices - Becoming
We use our spiritual gifts and talents to serve our church, local community and world. Our personality, natural abilities, past experiences and spiritual gifts allow us to live full, expansive lives, to honour God and love others.
BECOMING PRACTICES
Daily
Reflect on your day with a brief journal entry (e.g. The Examen, gratitude journal)
Weekly
Use your gifts and passions to serve the church family
Monthly
Join with church friends or your connect group to serve vulnerable and/or marginalised people in your area
Reach Practice 1
Dedicate 1 full day per weekto stop normal work,rest and recharge, delight in God’s provision and worship in community (Sabbath)
Reach Practice 2
Seek out a mentor or Spiritual Director and meet 6 times per year
Supporting Scriptures
- Genesis 2:2-3
- Exodus 20:8-11
- Deuteronomy 5:12-15
- Matthew 25:31-46
- Mark 2:27-28
- 1 Timothy 4:14-15
- 2 Timothy 1:6
Helpful Resources
The Examen (Strahan Coleman)
Practicing the Way - Sabbath Practice
Practicing the Way - Service Practice