We are planning to launch two new home groups in April called “Emmaus Eyes.” These groups will be led by Jon Chara. The “Emmaus Eyes” title reflects the time when Jesus talked with the two men on the road to Emmaus after he arose from the dead (Luke 24:13-35), and their hearts burned within them with excitement and inspiration.
The goal of “Emmaus Eyes” is to help us see that the Bible reveals spiritual principles that apply to our lives today. By understanding both the Old and New Testaments we get the complete view of the Bible story. “Emmaus Eyes” is designed to make disciples that will be able to make disciples. A disciple is one who is in a loving relationship with Jesus, being transformed into the character and priorities of Jesus for the sake of loving others well.
“Emmaus Eyes” will meet twice monthly as a home group, on alternating weeks. Group one will meet on the first and third weeks, and group two will meet on the second and fourth weeks. There will be homework assignments and reading to be completed on the alternating weeks when you do not meet.
Rather than signing up for an open group until it is full, as we usually do, the “Emmaus Eyes” groups will be smaller, and they will be closed groups with a limited number of participants. There will be eight people per group. The reason for this is that “Emmaus Eyes” is a relational and interactive disciple-making course designed for those with an earnest desire to go deeper in relationship with the Lord. In addition, this course will also help prepare you to lead or co-lead a home group of your own upon completion.
All are welcome to sign-up and apply. Each person in the group will complete a brief application and then the instructor will choose those who are most suited to the direction the course will be taking. “Emmaus Eyes” involves four three-month quarters over a one-year period. Please speak with Jon Chara, the instructor, about any limitations or adjustments you may need to participate.
Pick up a sign up sheet at the Welcome Center or sign up on the Events page on the church website or app.
God bless you and have a great week,
Ralph Becker,
Pastor, Discipleship and Small Groups, Menomonie Alliance Church
The goal of “Emmaus Eyes” is to help us see that the Bible reveals spiritual principles that apply to our lives today. By understanding both the Old and New Testaments we get the complete view of the Bible story. “Emmaus Eyes” is designed to make disciples that will be able to make disciples. A disciple is one who is in a loving relationship with Jesus, being transformed into the character and priorities of Jesus for the sake of loving others well.
“Emmaus Eyes” will meet twice monthly as a home group, on alternating weeks. Group one will meet on the first and third weeks, and group two will meet on the second and fourth weeks. There will be homework assignments and reading to be completed on the alternating weeks when you do not meet.
Rather than signing up for an open group until it is full, as we usually do, the “Emmaus Eyes” groups will be smaller, and they will be closed groups with a limited number of participants. There will be eight people per group. The reason for this is that “Emmaus Eyes” is a relational and interactive disciple-making course designed for those with an earnest desire to go deeper in relationship with the Lord. In addition, this course will also help prepare you to lead or co-lead a home group of your own upon completion.
All are welcome to sign-up and apply. Each person in the group will complete a brief application and then the instructor will choose those who are most suited to the direction the course will be taking. “Emmaus Eyes” involves four three-month quarters over a one-year period. Please speak with Jon Chara, the instructor, about any limitations or adjustments you may need to participate.
Pick up a sign up sheet at the Welcome Center or sign up on the Events page on the church website or app.
God bless you and have a great week,
Ralph Becker,
Pastor, Discipleship and Small Groups, Menomonie Alliance Church
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