Theology Pub + BEACH RETREAT + Craft night + much more!

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10/5: Theology Pub

10/6: Worship
10/8-10: BEACH RETREAT
10/15: Craft night

and much more!

Our actions have consequences -- sometimes reaching far beyond what we could have imagined.  As you've probably heard, a student at Rutgers U was driven to suicide by the mean-spirited actions of his peers.  I'd guess that they couldn't have imagined the consequences of their actions. 

In the diverse community here at Mason, we all have a duty to make, and keep, the community safe for all.  Even more, as Christians we are called to share Christ's extravagant love with the world.   It might sound daunting, but we can approach it one action at a time: making eye contact, sharing kind words, noticing the needs of the people around us and doing what we can to help.    

Image what impact our actions can have if we boldly share love and compassion for all people, especially those who might be different from ourselves, whether that be sexual orientation, cultural background, religion, ethnicity, or other societal divisions.  Let us speak out for the dignity of all people -- and to befriend them and share compassion, love, and hospitality with them.
 

Awesome God, we pray for your presence and healing in the community at Rutgers University in this difficult time.  We ask your guidance in our actions, that we may share your love and hospitality with all we meet.  In the name of Jesus the Christ. Amen.

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747 Creative Christian Worship: Wed. 10/6 at 7:47pm in Johnson Center meeting room D (3rd floor).  Worship with your whole self -- where your voice matters.  We'll be digging deeper into our exploration of hospitality.  ALL are welcome!  Note the room change!  Call/TXT 703-829-0220 if you have any trouble finding us.  Co-sponsored with United College Ministries.  ALL are welcome!  Check out the *new* facebook Fan Page for this worship gathering.

Last call: "BE STILL & KNOW" Fall Retreat to the BEACH: October 8-10 in Ocean City, MD.  Unplug and refocus. 

All are welcome!  

Includes fellowship, fun, worship, prayer, and 

a bonfire on Assateague Island.  We'll join other students with Lutheran Campus Ministry groups from across Maryland & Delaware. Cost is $20 (scholarships available). Facebook event.  You won't want to miss this, so RSVP today! 

Theology Pub: Tue 10/5, 5pm-7pm in the Mason Rathskeller (lower level of SUB1) -- join us to discuss God, theology, faith, life, and how they intersect over food and drink.  We welcome questions, doubts, and differences of opinion.  :-)  Facebook event.

Prayer Labyrinth: Tue 10/12, Noon-4pm: JC meeting room D. Take a break from your busy schedule to seek some peace through prayerful meditation.

Craft Night: Friday 10/15, 6-9pm (room TBA) -- We'll gather to hang out and make crafts!  More details soon!  ALL are welcome!

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Book club: Are you interested in reading & discussing "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis?  If so, please contact us and we'll try to arrange a time that works for everyone who is interested.

Running group: Our bodies are God's wonderful creations -- we should take care of them.  If you are interested in being part of a group that will go running once/week (probably on Saturday mornings), let us know and we'll figure out the best time.

"Faith Chat" -- Pastor Darcy Percy will be having a lunchtime faith conversation group in the JC on Wednesdays (lasting approx. 5 weeks).  We're taking suggestions for the time, so that those who are interested aren't stuck in class, if possible.  Let us know ASAP what works best for you between 10:30am-3:30pm. (Assume it will end up being roughly an hour/week.)

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There is a lot more coming -- and don't forget to join the Facebook group & invite your friends: 

http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=19907586200

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Grace and peace,

Ben

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