Messy Church is about hospitality, and the table is where we practice it best. Jesus frequently met people at tables, sharing food and conversation, breaking down barriers, and creating community. Whether it was a picnic with five thousand plus of his followers, dining with a tax collector Zacchaeus, who many believed was the definition of […]
Let’s gather around table! (Part II)
At the heart of Messy Church is the table—a place of welcome, connection, and transformation. Gathering around a meal isn’t just about feeding our bodies; it’s about nourishing our souls and deepening relationships with God and one another. In a world that often feels rushed and disconnected, the tables at Messy Church offer a sacred […]
Let’s Gather around a Table!
Gathering around tables at Messy Church Rev. Luke Edwards, a big supporter of Messy Church in Western North Carolina and a previous Board member for Messy Church USA , brilliantly describes “the beauty of Christ’s Table. What happens when people gather around tables at Messy Church? Are they creating something they can take home to […]
Celebrate the Messiness of Life
“Celebration is about the joy of being a child of God and a member of this marvelous body we call the church. It’s about saying yes, there is a huge amount to celebrate in our faith life even if the world around us is falling apart” Messy Church: Fresh Ideas for Building a Christ-Centered Community. […]