Church Around the Table

About this episode

The episode explores the significance of the table as a central gathering place for the church community.

What if the table was the primary gathering place for the family of God? In this episode, join John Mark Comer, Daena Dooley, and Chris and Merryl Weinand for a highly practical conversation about what it looks like to move the table from the periphery to the centre of our lives and churches. This conversation took place at the Practicing the Way Pastor Conference in Portland, Oregon, in the fall of 2024. To find more resources and experiences tailored just for you—the pastor—visit practicingtheway.org/pastor . This podcast and its episodes are free, thanks to the generosity of The Circle and other givers. You can learn more about The Circle or contribute toward future resources like this podcast at practicingtheway.org/give .

People in this episode

Guests: John Mark Comer, Daena Dooley, Chris Weinand, Merryl Weinand

Topics covered

• church community
• gathering
• spirituality
• practical conversation
• family of God
• table fellowship

Keywords

• table fellowship
• church gathering
• spiritual practices
• community
• pastoral resources

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Practicing the Way

Places: Portland, Oregon

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