WELCOMING OTHERS

"Practices are the things people do together over time that shape a way of life. One of the short definitions of practices is "embodied wisdom": a certain knowledge of the world is embodied and engendered by the way we go through our daily lives. "

- from an interview with Dorothy Bass in Christian Century Magazine

Since Michael wrote about hospitality this week, I invite you to reflect on the practice of "Welcoming Others"

CREATE A SPACE: Welcoming is about creating space in our lives for other people, and especially for "strangers." This means knowing how to be a grateful guest as well as a gracious host. Communities honor Jesus- who was often homeless himself- as they make people feel "at home" and offer them a place at the table.- exerpt from the "Way To Live Study Guide"

So, what form does that space take in the life of the community of Blakemore? Any thoughts?

Shalom All,
Jonathon