Just a spark…
“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin...”
Months ago I wrote about how I was trying to get to know our neighbors better. The spark started back in March when my husband and I were in Orlando, Florida for a conference. We heard Jay Pathok speak about neighboring and the gift of hospitality. He co-authored the book titled, The Art of Neighboring.
After listening to Jay speak about his own journey with trying to be a better neighbor, I was inspired to come home and live more intentionally with my neighbors. So, in May a group of us went through Jay’s book together at the 1M Project where many more sparks were lit around Muskegon.
I decided to rope our kiddos in to help with our efforts and in June we road our bikes around the neighborhood to pass out homemade invitations to a party we were hosting.
Last Saturday was our first neighborhood party! Yay God.
We had neighbors walk over and drive over in golf carts which was super fun. Even the local neighbors who run a side yard farm-stand joined us and so many connections were made. We heard fun stories and learned of ways to pray for our neighbors.
And the best part is that we are now planning a fall party with a tractor ride through the woods.
My heart is so happy.
Praying this sparks something in you. <3
