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It has been quite a while since I attended a
men’s fellowship weekend and so I was looking
forward to it, albeit with a slight sense of There was also a talk on the topic of prayer.
apprehension. Despite this, it seemed like a The importance was stressed on how to be
good opportunity to engage with people that patient in prayer and to “wait on the Lord” in
you see only occasionally and would therefore quiet contemplation and isolation. This has
facilitate the deepening of some friendships made me think differently about how I
and the creation of new ones. approach my prayer time - and is something
I aim to develop in my prayer life.
The theme for the weekend was “Freedom”.
Freedom from condemnation by self or by The fun element was catered for on Saturday
others. A small booklet “The Freedom Of afternoon, providing the opportunity to relax
Self-Forgetfulness” was provided to give insight and enjoy each other’s company.
into this topic and it made for some thought
provoking reading. This is a subject, which I All in all this proved to be a stimulating and
never really considered, but by taking part in thought provoking time and the engagement
the weekend, I have learned so much. I found and interaction with others was both
the sessions instructive and it was good to meaningful and rewarding. The worship time
share thoughts and experiences with others in also deserves a special mention as it was so
our “pod” and to pray for each other. uplifting and enriched our time of fellowship
together.
My thanks go to all those who contributed to
the success of the weekend.
David Moore
