This morning, I’m not going to some high-cost building to find a parking space, be greeted by ushers I barely know, sit in a pew, be psyched up by a loud worship band, or inspired by some finely honed monologue sermon from a front podium.

Rather, my wife and I are opening our home to those who want to come and share breakfast at our table as we talk, sing, teach, disciple and encourage one another in the Lord. Our time together is not scripted or directed – except by the Holy Spirit.

Joining us will be folks with graduate degrees and fancy houses, along with folks living in the woods, and just about everything in between. We are very diverse yet know and honor one another – while welcoming others with open hospitality – as we learn to be co-heirs and co-participants together in Christ.

Throughout the week, other such gatherings will occur throughout the county as God’s people decide to be the church in our communities.

Participatory Church: It’s what’s happenin’ now.

Here’s more on our ongoing journey: http://www.crossroadjunction.com/2009/09/17/table-church/

~ Jim Wright