Community. It’s a buzz word churches throw around and strive to manifest. Here are some examples: ‘We’re a community church!’ ‘Have you been to one of our community groups?’ ‘We have community outreach programs!’ ‘Community prayer is open to everyone, join in!’ ‘Community service projects, we do them!’
While many in the Spokane area worshipped in various religious services Sunday morning, I ran the St. Paddy’s Five. Running is more than just an athletic event, it’s a celebration of community; it’s a place to be accepted for who I am.