It is important that everyone belongs to a small group of some kind where issues of faith and life cane be discussed and worked out. Sunday School serves this function for many, especially for children and youth. There is also a group of adults who meet during the Sunday School hour. In adition there are two groups for women that meet monthly. Beyond these opporunities, I am still trying to develop a vast network of small groups for Bible study and prayer.
Growth also occurs when faith becomes active in love.
Faith is strengthened through testing, and we are tested in the real world. As individuals, our faith is tested in home and family life, at work and at school. As a community, our faith is tested when we encounter tragedy, oppression, hunger, and needs of all kinds. Together we are accomplishing some very good things. We respond generously when disaster strikes or when we are aware of special needs such as world hunger.