Well, O faithful reader, we-ee’re BACK, after a lengthy wintery sojourn. New Year’s has flown past amidst the sparks of high-Voltage activity, and a shower of forks! Dangerous work, that. But we survived! We’ve beaten back those militant utensils for yet another year! So, what next?

Very good question. I think the New Year is a great time for reflection, and for asking ourselves some Big Questions. –Oh, what’s that? It’s too late for you? You’ve ALREADY asked and answered all those questions? Well, to you I say :would you mind sharing with the rest of the class? Obviously, I don’t know what’s going on in your head, but I do know that there are many important points to which people (in general) just don’t devote much brain work.   Well, for all of January (and a bit beyond!) every Friday night is a Quest into Big-Question-laden-territory, for the Senior Youth group.

This Quest is not to be taken lightly, folks. It may appear simple, but don’t be fooled: the easier it seems, the more your ol’ brain should be working.  This Quest is about investigating certain issues like human purpose, death and what comes after, the possibility of divine expectations for humanity, and claims the Bible makes and what it all means. Where some answers popping into your head just now? Well, good! The purpose of this Quest isn’t to stare blankly at each other, around a table, but to investigate together; to stir up some thinking, on the matter(s). Perhaps to share insight with other people.

One early question brought up the point that EVERYbody is going to die someday, and yet hardly anyone wants to talk about spiritual issues. It just doesn’t naturally “come up” in conversation. Now, I know some aspects of this Quest may be old news, to some people. And there’s nothing wrong with already having grappled with issues, and finding some clarity. But this Quest can still include you. It’s great to be able to put your understanding into words, for others. And it can be a good refresher to revisit old questions you put to rest, a while ago. Since we don’t get many opportunities to talk about this stuff, maybe we get out of practice–who knows. But most importantly: if people in general aren’t talking about these things, isn’t it just possible that the people with answers and the people with questions NEVER get talking together?

Even if you’d just like to tenatively join the Quest for a night, to check it out, you’re welcome. It begins at 6pm at the church (be on time if you want the first pick of the supper–and if you like your food hot!) So on that note…happy belated New Year, all!