Discussion:

Explore the following questions in small groups. Then write a couple of your current cares and concerns onto Post-It notes. Stick them on or beside the items from the Gathering activity (umbrella, toys, etc.) that represent these worries. These will be prayed over through the weekend.

Packing List concerns

Responsibilities (Cell Phone) - How might the needs of others be an unnecessary burden?

Memories (Camera & Bag) - How might your desire to document life be inhibiting your ability to be present to actually living it?

Shelter Needs (Umbrella) - What fears or cares are on your mind?

Comfort (Inflatable Chair) - What extraneous luxuries are you clinging to as necessities?

Entertainment (Beachball) - What ‘fun’ activities have taken on a draining quality?

Work - How might your job be a distraction to you during this time away? (Laptop)

Closing Prayer:

Pray specifically over several of the concerns that were shared. Encouraged to pray for each other throughout weekend.