Brown Bag Lunch
©2012 R. Moczulewski - All rights reserved
During this one-hour setting (several Fridays per month), homeless members and people from supporting congregations or other organized groups gather together as equals to break bread and study the week’s chosen Gospel lesson. We use an African interfaith model of scripture study—a process of reflection with a non-judgmental emphasis on sharing from the heart.
Each Brown Bag Lunch is sponsored by a host group; typically a church. As many come from the farther reaches of Waukesha and Ozaukee counties as from local churches. The host group supplies a small group of participants and lunches for the session. The meal typically includes a sandwich, potato chips, fruit and a cookie, all in a small brown bag. A beverage, usually fruit juice or milk, is served in plastic cups by Repairers' members—who are ambassadors to their visitors. Members of Repairers are encouraged to visit with their guests as they eat this simple lunch.
After twenty minutes or so, host group members co-lead blended groups of Members and host group visitors to discuss the Gospel verse which the host group has provided. Each member of the small group is encouraged to participate according to a simple, prescribed format, which involves reading the Gospel verse, then asking for comments. The reading and commentary are repeated several times to encourage a full understanding of the verse. These sessions are meaningful, for members and visitors alike.
Approximately twenty groups prepare Brown Bag Lunches for the members of Repairers of the Breach. Lunch makers are often groups of people that cannot take the time on a Friday, but can spend Thursday night preparing brown bag lunches. We are always looking for more people to make lunches and have an inspiring experience of praying with members of Repairers of the Breach.
Please consider becoming a host group or host church for our Brown Bag Lunch scripture/prayer series. This involves the commitment of a small team, approximately once every six months. If you have any interest in having a meaningful Brown Bag Lunch experience—whether you’re an individual or part of a group—please fill out the Get Involved form now. All interested persons of all faiths are welcome.
Approximately twenty groups prepare Brown Bag Lunches for the members of Repairers of the Breach. Lunch makers are often groups of people that cannot take the time on a Friday, but can spend Thursday night preparing brown bag lunches. We are always looking for more people to make lunches and have an inspiring experience of praying with members of Repairers of the Breach.
Please consider becoming a host group or host church for our Brown Bag Lunch scripture/prayer series. This involves the commitment of a small team, approximately once every six months. If you have any interest in having a meaningful Brown Bag Lunch experience—whether you’re an individual or part of a group—please fill out the Get Involved form now. All interested persons of all faiths are welcome.
Picture credit:
Detail from "Serving Each Other," a watercolor painting by local artist Rebecca Moczulewski, ©2012, All Rights Reserved
Detail from "Serving Each Other," a watercolor painting by local artist Rebecca Moczulewski, ©2012, All Rights Reserved