Social Relationships & Christian Community

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Concept:

The church exists in community. This goes deeper than just individuals gathering together. The church is a place where humanity it being remade together through God’s grace.

A biblical understanding of hospitality in community shapes the way we relate to those in our social circles and those outside of them.

Importance:

In our culture today, we need redemption from overly individualistic Christianity. We must have a theology of action as the Body of Christ.

This experience will allow the team to see love in action through a diverse community, and how biblical hospitality is the antidote to fear and xenophobia. Christ uses His church to unite peoples and cultures through His Spirit.

Action:

The team will work through several readings together, including a book by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. They will work alongside refugees in gardening or another creative project.

The team will have an opportunity to participate in a Cultural Night, where they can experience Middle Eastern culture, music, and food. The team may also visit refugees the home or workplace of refugees that have fully integrated in Athens.