A friend and I are trying to find a church. I live in
Colorado Springs – I could throw a stone from almost anywhere in the city and
hit a church. Why then is it so hard to find one that fits my criteria? I don’t
think I’m being demanding. All I want is a place for community, growth and
service. Is it really too much to ask that I find a church home where I can not
only get involved and build community, but also agree with what the pastor says
on Sunday mornings? I don’t need 100% agreement, that’s idealistic and frankly
if that happened I would never be challenged. What I am asking for is not to be
confused or outraged when I leave, both things have happened
recently.
I am still in the process of church-hunting and I hope to
settle somewhere soon, looking for churches is emotionally and spiritually
exhausting. Here are a few things I’ve learned in the process:
1.
Don’t go to a church just because it has a cool
name – it doesn’t mean the church is cool.
2.
Youth doesn’t always mean a fresh
perspective.
3.
A late start Sunday morning should not be an indicator
of where to go.
4.
Always get someone’s opinion about the church
before you go, you won’t be sorry. You might if you don’t.
5.
Size doesn’t matter, friendliness does.
6.
Just because you know people that go there doesn’t
mean it’s the best fit for you, even if it’s in your comfort zone.
This all I have so far; not a lot, I know. I’m still
searching. Trying a new one Sunday, here’s to hoping it goes better than last
Sunday. J
Oh Kelli. Josh and I searched for 6 months here before we found one. Then it was so far away that we quit going. Now we live closer to it so we go there and love it.
ReplyDeleteI can so agree with #1 though!
I remember one time that we walked in a church entry way, walked all the way through it (it was a 1/2 circle). Saw people singing a "joyful" song standing completely still. And walked right out and went to breakfast.
We'll keep praying you find one.