House Church Talk - Columbia, SC

[Glenn Frank]

Hi Bridget,

Your story sounds very familiar. My family and another from our current
'church organization' are planning to begin a fellowship in our homes and
leave the 'organized church' for a more personal and authentic form of
worship and fellowship.

We have seen similar issues with our kids in Sunday school and in our own
needs for worship and fellowship in the 'service'.

I don't have any real answers ... But I don't know that you asked any
questions... But I can encourage you to follow the Lord as we are trying to
do.

Glenn Frank




On 1/20/04 10:56 AM, "bridgetb at seespoteat.com" <bridgetb at seespoteat.com>
wrote:

> 
> Hello,
> 
> We live near Columbia, SC (somewhat north, about an hour from Charlotte,
> NC).  We're just starting to consider the possiblity of a HC.  I guess it
> seems a little extreme... sorta like homeschooling used to seem really
> extreme to us too. (We also thought 4 kids were extreme when we only had 2..
> but hey, now we have 4!). lol.
> 
> Anyway, we're having some major issues in our church organization regarding
> the children's programs. The issues have actually led us to consider what we
> NEVER considered before -- leaving our church group. (not "The Church" of
> course, just that congregation). My DH accepted Christ just over a year ago
> and that group really has changed our lives for the better. Unfortunately
> their focus is so much on growth that other things are ignored. My girls
> enjoyed serving with me in the nursery  . They are 8 yrs & 6 yrs and very
> responsible -- plus, they have two younger brothers (3yrs & 5 months).
> Anyway, we were told this is a safety concern and against the rules. They
> need to be in THEIR classrooms for THEIR ages. The age-based stuff also
> meant my 6yo was moved into another class when they revamped the rules. She
> was in the class with her sister, but they switched it to 6-11yrs, instead
> of 5-11yrs, so she was moved.
> 
> I guess I'm tired of the rules and all of that jazz. I don't want my
> children bribed with pizza parties to attend church. I want something real
> and good.. and basic.
> 
> Eeks. I'm rambling. :)  If someone is near this area and knows of a HC could
> you let me know?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Bridget
> bridgetb at seespoteat.com
> between Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC
> 
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