On Thursdays during Advent I am leading two groups in the Circuit and we are using this table talk material. There are 16 cards each week with questions about Christmas on them, some are more serious than others, but the people who come are enjoying seeing where conversation takes them. We've done some deep theology today about what the Christmas story means to us, the need to be able to receive well, and where the Prince of Peace is. We have also discussed together our favourite Christmas drinks (I serve a load of drunks!) and who we would like to invite for Christmas dinner.
In a world where we stick our noses into smartphones and tablets so easily we forget good old fashioned conversation with no distractions around a table. We have also enjoyed sharing food as par of our sessions, lovely turkey broth this morning and tonight lovely cheese straws and shortbread.
I really recommend this material - but more than that, it is good and vital to stop and share what we think this season is all about. About 30 people are rediscovering the privilege of shared conversation, and are learning much from shared knowledge, memories and companionship.
That's why I love leading groups!
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