Thank You, Friend
Wednesday, December 20th, 2006
Sometime ago, I read two surveys which give us an indication of the role of friendship in Americans’ lives. The first poll asked Americans to name the top two or three things for which they are most thankful. Family took the top spot at 61%. Others included Health (50%); Job (21%); all the way down to Friends (8%).
The second survey asked Americans to identify what they most wanted out of life. An overwhelming 75% indicated, “Having close, personal relationships.” Apparently, we want friends but we often fail to express our gratitude for them. Maybe expressing an appreciation for the friends we have will enhance our friendships and the making of friends.
When people come to our Groups and Classes, one of the things they are looking for is friendship. They may like the teacher and the topic of study, but they are there to make friends and find a place to belong.
Fellowship opportunities are important to the building up and maintaining of a Class or Small Group. Josh Hunt encourages monthly fellowships in which we invite every member and every prospective member to attend. If we can get them to the party, they will come to class.
Take time for friendship-building opportunities.
Keep The Light Burning!
Perry Greene (perry.greene@southyukon.org)
Sometime ago, I read two surveys which give us an indication of the role of friendship in Americans’ lives. The first poll asked Americans to name the top two or three things for which they are most thankful. Family took the top spot at 61%. Others included Health (50%); Job (21%); all the way down to Friends (8%).
The second survey asked Americans to identify what they most wanted out of life. An overwhelming 75% indicated, “Having close, personal relationships.” Apparently, we want friends but we often fail to express our gratitude for them. Maybe expressing an appreciation for the friends we have will enhance our friendships and the making of friends.
When people come to our Groups and Classes, one of the things they are looking for is friendship. They may like the teacher and the topic of study, but they are there to make friends and find a place to belong.
Fellowship opportunities are important to the building up and maintaining of a Class or Small Group. Josh Hunt encourages monthly fellowships in which we invite every member and every prospective member to attend. If we can get them to the party, they will come to class.
Take time for friendship-building opportunities.
Keep The Light Burning!
Perry Greene (perry.greene@southyukon.org)
