I’m live-blogging from the School of Congregational Development satellite location in South Burlington, VT! A small group has gathered here to experience the [Inside / Out ] Event streamed into our sanctuary. We have shared in amazing speakers and inspiring worship and uplifting fellowship. The satellite location allows those on the edges of the Conference unable to travel the several hours to Lexington, MA to take part in at least a portion of the event.

The keynote speakers, workshops and worship services have helped us focus on sharing the love of Christ beyond ourselves, beyond our doors, with the whole world. During the afternoon workshop Steve Smith (pastor of Orono, ME UMC) shared these words. “The grace of God is available to everyone, not just those who have their life together.”

The church is open to everyone, not just to those already on the inside. How do we bring what is inside ~ inside our hearts, inside our church ~ out?

If you weren’t able to join us for the School of Congregational Development this year, I hope you will be with us next year! Check back here or the Conference website (www.neumc.org) for next year’s dates.

posted by Pastor Krista Beth  # 2:13 PM