“The Spirituality of Community”
In faith communities we talk about being together, yet we don’t always have the opportunities to sit down and speak with one another. Oasis Groups provide this opportunity. Jesus taught in people’s homes as well as in public. Being together in a home, relaxing, and learning from one another is the goal of an Oasis Group. The early Christian church relied upon the generosity of others to gather, share stories and experiences. The Oasis Group provides this through house meetings in five different areas of Chicago.
The first gatherings of the Oasis Groups introduce “Holy Conversations,” a series of topics and questions about spirituality and faith ranging from “Who is Jesus?” to discussions about “Sexuality and Spirituality.” Each week an Oasis Group leader provides the materials for the discussion.
Below is more information about an Oasis Group.
If you are wondering how to explore Spirituality, this is one path to take, in the aChurch4Me MCC community.
Read on to learn more on how to be part of an Oasis Group near you:
What is an Oasis Group?
Gather with others from aChurch4Me? MCC and folks from our local communities during the week in an OASIS Group.
When do the gatherings begin?
Oasis Groups meet weekly beginning Feb 22. Most groups meet on Wednesday or Thursday evenings throughout March.
How can I sign up for a group?
Select a group close to you from the list below. Click on the leader’s name to send an email saying you want to be part of the Oasis Group. The group leader will then send you the address and directions to the group meeting.
Where do Oasis Groups Meet? (Click link to contact host)
- Southside – SUNDAY afternoon 3 p.m.; Leaders: Brenda Lee and Lee E.
- Hyde Park (Spanish Speaking) – Thursday evening 7 p.m.; Leaders: Elsa M. and Dayi P.
- Lakeview/Uptown – Wednesday evening 7 p.m.; Leaders: Allan M.
- Lincoln Square – Wednesday evening 7 p.m.; Leaders: Ray B. and Isaiah M.
- Evanston – Wednesday evening 7 p.m.; Leaders: Rich F. and Kevin O.
Referrals between groups are possible due to geography and group size. The hope is keep group size to 6 or 7. Contact a group leader to make a referral, or speak with Pastor Rachelle.
- “Holy Conversations”
Each week with a set of questions from “Who is Jesus?” to “Spirituality and Sexuality,” to name just a few.
