It is good to read about how others have approached the missional community gatherings with children. We have been stumbling along with this without a lot of intentionality or planning so far (in regards to children). It has worked for the most part, but I like the idea of having the “on call” adult for each meeting. So far, we have attempted to integrate our children into all that we do as a missional community. I am finding that, at least for me, some of the most profound learning moments have happened when our children have been engaged with us in our story time or discussion. It is a difficult challenge to navigate, but I agree with Jayne that each missional community will need to address their own unique challenges with kids. It will change as the age of kids in the group change over time.
Month: March 2013
Here is yet another great resource on the discussion about what makes a missional community. This comes from Jordan Elder and the folks at Redeemer Church in Bellingham. Take a look at their blog if you are interested in finding more resources and ideas for developing missional communities.
Beadle Bailey's Babblings 