“How is it with your soul?” This is the question that John Wesley used to guide conversations in the small groups that began the Methodist movement. The hoped for answer is not, “good” or “fine.” Instead, we are asked to share the struggles that we are experiencing, and to testify to our faith.
During the last few years, we have experienced a time of deep unease. Between the ongoing pandemic and the ongoing struggles to dismantle white supremacy almost every aspect of our lives has been affected. This simple question, “How is it with your soul?” is one that carries with it the opportunity to share from our hearts.
At our most recent church conference, Berry adopted a single board structure for leadership. As a way to increase communication we will be holding quarterly congregational meetings. This Sunday will be the first of those meetings.
A primary purpose of the leadership of the church is to walk with people on their own path as disciples of Jesus Christ. The question, “How is it with your soul?” has become a central element of our time together.
I hope that you can join us on Sunday as we share with one another authentically and from the heart.
Peace,
Matthew