E204. Advent Series for Care Leaders: Love in the In-Between
In the final week of the Advent series, Laura and Rebecca explore the theme of love…not just the love we offer others, but the radical invitation to receive love ourselves. They reflect on the vulnerability of love, the five needs for Christian connection, and how community becomes the soil where love is planted and grown. This episode brings a practical and deeply spiritual close to the Advent journey, reminding leaders that God's love flows to us before it flows through us.
Quotes
- "We love because God first loved us—and that truth changes how we show up for others." — Rebecca Bailey
- "Love isn’t about doing more. It’s about being known and embraced—even in our mess." — Laura Howe
- "The five needs for Christian connection are prayer, authenticity, adventure, laughter, and service. These bond us in love." — Rebecca Bailey
- "Leaders often focus on being loving—but accepting love is just as sacred." — Laura Howe
- "A cord of three strands isn’t quickly broken—and community gives strength in tension." — Rebecca Bailey
Resources
- Advent Guide
- Care Ministry Cohort
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