Focus on the Family Magazine - October/November 2022

HACKS & FACTS / CHURCH COMMUNITY
building
BONDS
THROUGH
MINISTRY
talent on display
My two sons helped build wheelchair ramps
and served on the clean-up crew as part of a
men’s ministry at our church. The guys volunteer
their time to work on small construction
and maintenance projects for people in the
community. My sons were able to form bonds
with fellow church members and better see how
a team can work together, using their skills to
share the love of Christ with others.
—Carol Bradfield
Our church hosted an open house for all the kids. Children could sign up
for short presentations to display their artwork, play an instrument or recite
poetry. The turnout was fabulous, and the kids learned new things about
one another. My son, Isaac, discovered how beautifully his friend Jacob
could sculpt with clay. Hannah, my preschooler, stood onstage with her
stuffed tiger and told the kids about her trip to the zoo. It created a bond
among the mothers in attendance, and the kids all looked forward to the
next community event.
—Jennifer Henn
little greeter
My 6-year-old daughter expressed
an interest in helping out on
Sundays at church. I’m ashamed
to say I put her off at first because I
thought she would distract me and
others and not stay interested. But
she was persistent. Finally, I asked,
“Honey, how do you want to help?”
“Like you do,” she replied.
I was one of our greeters. I made
it my mission to take notice of people
and make conversation with
them. She wanted to show hospitality
as well. So, from then on, she
joined me. Quickly, the greeting
team understood that she wasn’t
simply tagging along, but instead a
little sister in Christ who was part of
the team.
—Anna E. Hannigan
VICKY SCOTT
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FOCUS ON THE FAMILY
OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2022