Solitude and Community (Remastered)

About this episode

Tim explores the practice of silence and solitude in the context of Christian faith and community.

Practicing Faith E1 — In the Gospels, we find moments when Jesus steps away from the crowds for times of solitude to reflect and pray. What value did Jesus find in this practice of solitude, and how has it served his followers over the centuries and across the globe? In this first of three teachings on Christian practices, Tim explores the practice of silence and solitude, considering how to balance it with the equally important practice of community. Tim gave this message at Door of Hope Church in Portland, Ore., on July 20, 2014.

People in this episode

Host: Tim Mackie

Topics covered

• solitude
• community
• Christian practices
• silence
• prayer
• Gospels

Keywords

• solitude
• community
• Christianity
• silence
• prayer
• Gospels
• faith

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Door of Hope Church

Places: Portland, Ore.

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