How Should We Move Toward Our Neighbors and Honor Their Stories? (YoungLives)

The Neighborhood Church

Jesus was going somewhere important on behalf of someone important when he pauses to make space for a neighbor in need. How can we make space to hear the stories of those who get turned away or lost in the crowd? Becca Eby is a Divisional Coordinator for YoungLives -- a ministry that supports pregnant and parenting teens through mentorship, community, and a life with Christ. Becca shares her reflections on Mark 5 and stories about the young women and men who have been given space to connect with Jesus through the work of YoungLives. Check out the videos and how to support our neighbors below! NOTES -- // SCRIPTURE FOCUS -- Mark 5.24-34 // How does Jesus respond to her? - He sees her need and moves toward her - He makes space for her - He listens to her story - He brings healing to her life // How does YoungLives use this Jesus-style model of ministry? - Move toward teen parents with caring adult mentors: going to their turf - Make space for them: create environments where they can show up as their full selves, just as they are - Listen to their stories: they long to be known - Bring them to the Healer: lovingly point them towards Jesus, the Author of their story // YoungLives Purpose Video: https://vimeo.com/858704518 // YoungLives Camp Video: https://vimeo.com/906842011 // Amazon Wishlist link: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/6TRP2PFZ4BE3