Fellowship Meetings

Arkansas has a wonderful host of Assemblies of God churches (416 of them!).  The state is divided in 15 sections for organization sake.  Each month (or quarter) the various sections host fellowship meetings for the ministers, women, youth, etc.  As a missionary, I have the privilege of attending these meetings to get reacquainted with the pastors, and on occasion share about what I've been doing in Belgium over the past 5 years. 


And fellowship meetings always come with food.  Awe...the wonder of the church potluck - a true New Testament tradition (sharing what you have with one another). It may not be great for my Weight Watchers quest, but it's wonderful to share a meal with these pastors and leaders.  80% of my missionary support comes from churches & individuals in Arkansas, so it's important to reconnect with these wonderful people.  


Last night I spoke at the Section 8 Fellowship meeting in Wynne - at Rolfe Chapel Assembly of God church.  It had been a rainy day and foggy night, so attendance was slim, but God spoke to us through the fellowship, worship, and message.  


It was also a pleasure to sit across the table from  Denise Baxley, a consultant working with Concepts of Truth - a local office affiliated with the National Helpline for Abortion Recovery.  They have a wonderful ministry to women - offering hope to those that are hurting.  


fellowship |ˈfelōˌ sh ip|- "friendly association, esp. with people who share one's interests"


Hebrews 10: ²⁴ "And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, ²⁵ not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."


We are stronger together than apart.  Keep the fellowship flowing!