April ‘One Matters’ Resource Toolkit: How do I bless my neighbors?

Connectional Ministries understand the importance of making disciples and nurturing spiritual growth within local congregations. Transformation is happening every single day across the South Georgia Conference.

We've loved hearing the feedback from our first two resource toolkits: February (Who is your one?) and March (Whose burdens are you carrying?) and are excited to roll out a new toolkit for April as we continue to put focus on our theme of "One Matters." These toolkits are designed to empower clergy and laity in their sacred mission of cultivating meaningful connections and fostering transformative discipleship. A single challenge question will be presented, followed by accompanying resources tailored to address that specific challenge.

April toolkit hit inboxes of clergy and lay leaders at the beginning of the month. April's challenge question is: How do I bless my neighbors? Can changing the world be as simple as loving your neighbor? It's so easy, yet the breakdown occurs when it comes to actually doing it. Praying and asking God to see the opportunities before you, listening to the needs of others and meeting those needs, sharing a meal together, and pointing it all back to the One who changed your life - easy, right? This month let’s focus on blessing those around us and maybe, just maybe, the world will be changed. 

To go along with the challenge question, a step-by-step resource – 5 Ways to B.L.E.S.S. – is available to use as a small group resource, as a supplement in your church bulletin, or for your own personal reminder. This handout breaks down the 5 ways to B.L.E.S.S. your neighbors: Begin with Prayer, Listen, Eat, Serve and Story.

In addition, an 11-minute training video led by Anne Bosarge, she talks about how we, as disciples, can help our neighbors and those we are discipling by sharing five simple ways to make a positive impact on the people we meet every day. You are also encouraged to check out this month’s book recommendation: “B.L.E.S.S." by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson. 

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