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the “dog days of summer”...
While listening to the
radio the other day, the announcer said that we were entering the “dog days of
summer.” I thought, “What are ‘dog days’ and how do we know we are in
them?”
I thought about Kathy’s chihuahua,
Yoli, who seems to have mastered the concept of “dog days.” She wakes up,
eats, plays outside, lays in the sun, stretches,  gets
a cold drink, frolics in the grass and lays back down.
If that is what “dog days of summer” means, sign me up…well, minus the grass
frolicking.
Summer provides a great time for friendz to
gather in the park, have a picnic, play goofy games and lay in the sun. Don’t
wait for an invitation or a special event! Call up a few friendz today, set up a
time and just do it. You’ll be enjoying the “dog days of summer” in no time and
making some great memories—no bones about it!
Pam &
Kathy |
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Christmas in July
Can you believe it’s time to start planning your
events for Christmas? Consider the unit, “Wrapping Up Christmas.” The Leader Kit has all you need
to start planning for a memorable holiday
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session 4—the town hall
meeting
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How do leaderz become more effective in their
leadership abilities? By listening to those they lead.
A fun
way to spark ideas and open discussion is to announce a “Town Hall Meeting.”
Invite each person to bring a favorite dish, along with some ideas for improving
your friendzy group.
Once everyone’s arrived and eaten, ask
some of the following questions and then, listen. Have someone take notes or
record the meeting so that you’ll be able to recall the highlights at a future
leaderz gathering.
- Why do you attend Creative Friendzy?
- What was the best thing you enjoyed during your first visit to Friendzy?
- What is something you would improve for future visitors?
- What is the most important time during a Creative Friendzy session?
- Would you feel good about inviting pre-Christian friendz to this group? Why
or why not?
Asking for input is a great way to grow and improve. Of course,
be ready for honest feedback, even if it stings a bit. If all the comments are
“rosy,” beware. Creating an atmosphere where your leaders are comfortable
being candid is essential. The momentary discomfort is well worth the
long-term gains!
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workshop
friendz
Pam and Kathy were “Cookin’ Up Creativity” in their Creative
Friendzy class over the last few weeks.
Workshop guests from
Lambert’s (home of the “throwed” rolls) and LaHacienda restaurants came and
demonstrated some of their delectable food choices. Who do you have in your area
that would love an opportunity to share their
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wedding bellz ring
Creative friendz joined Pam and
Kathy to make Delanie’s wedding day a very special one. Using recipes from home,
the friendzy  catering team cooked up a storm and had a great time while doing it!
Delanie was matched up with her new husband, Jarad, by one of
the Creative Friendzy class members. Love bloomed and the rest is history!
Congratulations to Delanie and
Jarad! |
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welcome
friendz
Welcome our new
friendz
in Kilgore, TX .
Say hello to, Florita K
and the new friendz in
New York, NY.
Greetings are in order
for our new friendz in Morrison, OK with Rachel K .
It
looks like Sheri H and the ladies at Eagle Creek Family Church in Lee’s
Summit, MO are Cookin’ Up some creativity.
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Drop us an email and tell us about your group so we can
welcome you, too!
Email us! _______________
travel report
Pam, Kathy and John will be at General Council in Denver the
first week of August. Be sure to stop by the exhibit hall, booth 1004 and say
hello!
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September 10
GPH Church and Family Bookstore,
Springfield, MO
September 17
Fellowship Baptist Church
Rogersville, MO
September 30-October 9
Asunción,
Paraguay
October 20-22
Fall Fresh Conference Midland, MI
October 28-29
Women’s Ministries, First Assembly,
Memphis, TN
November 10-12
Designed for Life Conference,
James River Assembly, Springfield, MO
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friendz of
interest
Arlene Patterson from Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, is
a Christian hospitality consultant. For information on having a hospitality
seminar in your church, visit her
website.
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next month’s
newsletter
Watch for news about the exciting new Creative Friendzy stationery
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