new initiatives

As we move into this season of Lent it is worth noting some new initiatives taking shape among us at Community Mennonite Church - initiatives that in different ways reflect the Lenten pursuits of soul-searching, taking stock, and repentance.

1) a group has met a few times to discuss our environmental concerns and desire to work toward specific and concrete changes. One family has begun the process of conducting an "energy audit" of their house, with a view toward becoming outfitted for solar power generation. The hope is that we as a community can support this process, learn from it, and help to facilitate more households "going solar." From such humble origins the 'Stouffville Initiative for Solar Energy" is beginning to take shape... drawing some inspiration from similar initiatives that are emerging in different parts of Toronto.

2) our congregational Care Groups have begun to meet for a simple meal of soup and bread, a brief time of sharing, and prayer. These groups meet on the second Sunday of every month and are open to all ages.

3) on Wednesday evenings during Lent (8:00-9:00) Joyce is leading a group in exploring different forms of prayer.

If you would like to participate in any of these groups, please don't hesitate to be in touch. It's good to walk together on this journey of learning to love God and God's creation, our neighbours, and ourselves.