Dwell Open House Wed July 15

This week we had a Open House for folks interested in our Dwell houses. Dwell is our year long intentional community. Here in Atlanta we have 2 houses in which intentional Christian communities form. It was great to meet applicants and to watch as future house mates meet and get to know one another. The Dwell year begins at the end of August. We are still in the acceptance/ placement process with a few candidates. Please pray for each team as they prepare to live and serve this year together.

Reflection times aren't always easy to lead

We get the chance each week to watch and learn as group's reflect upon their experiences in the city. Often those reflections can get "uncomfortable." We've been working together with our summer staff with case studies and our own reflection to think through those times that can stump a leader. The first instinct is often to move on really quickly from anything that is “uncomfortable”. But as we talk through those times we're learning to have the tools to respond. It is good to become much more comfortable with the “uncomfortable.”
One of the great things about a mission trip experience is the stretching and learning that can happen when we're out of our comfort. Even for youth directors, adult chaperones or staff leading discussions.