Awaken Community August 24_Lost in Translation: Pruning
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Aug 24, 2025 Discover the art of spiritual pruning, emphasizing love and care for growth. Explore the relationship between discipline and freedom, revealing how rules can lead to fulfillment. Delve into contrasting definitions of freedom—modern vs. classical—and reflect on what it means in life’s journey. Unpack the connection between purpose and freedom through a divine lens, urging alignment with one's true purpose for a rewarding life. Get ready to rethink your spiritual identity and embrace growth!
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New Staff And Parking Team
- Vanessa Lucius introduced herself as a new staff member and recruited volunteers for a temporary parking team through mid-October.
- The team helps when Awaken moves to two services and needs 10–15 volunteers to manage quick lot turnover.
Register As A Newcomer
- Newcomers should fill out a card on the app or website so the team can follow up and invite them for a beverage.
- Use the same card to submit prayer requests that the church prays for weekly.
Hosting Theology Beer Camp
- Micah announced Awaken will host Theology Beer Camp Oct 16–18 and sought volunteers for hospitality and logistics.
- He mentioned notable progressive theologians often involved and that a discount code will appear in the Awaken Weekly.