Hey friends-
As some of you know I am on sabbatical this summer. No, I’m not burned out or looking to move. Every five years our church gives pastors sabbaticals to rest, recharge, recreate and relax. I’m doing a lot of that already.
I don’t have a grocery list of books to read or a one particular project I’m working on. In fact, I’m ceasing to create content. I’m heading with my boys, ages 4 and 8, on a cross country trip staying with friends and bumming home cooked meals wherever we can.
When I drive through states I simply can’t escape the question, “What is God uniquely doing here?” This summer I am stopping in this list of places to join friends and perfect strangers in answering that question and sharing out how we have come to know and love our neighbors.
This meandering book tour is free, and isn’t about selling books but about intersecting with people. It’s all happening in back yards, third places, cafes and coffee shops. I invite you to join us for one of these, to invite your friends along the way and to help me find out what God is uniquely doing around you.
“Staying is the new Going” Meandering Book Discussion Tour
These discussions will create space to meet local leaders, hear some teaching around the book, ask questions and tell stories of God’s local work in your place. Cost is free to all events! Books will be available for purchase. Anyone is welcome. No RSVP required.
Omaha, NE
June 17th 7PM
Location: Well Grounded Coffee
Details: Coffee & discussion.
More event details here
Kenosha, WI
When: June 19th 6PM
Location: Backyard 7613 39th Ave. Kenosha, WI 53142
Details: Cookout! Meat provided, bring a side dish and lawn chair. All are welcome
More event details here
St. Charles, IL
When: June 20th 6:30 PM
Location: Backyard 1325 S. Fifth Street, St. Charles, IL, 60174
Details: Cookout! Meat is provided. Bring a side or dessert and lawn chair. All are welcome
Lexington, KY
When: Saturday June 25th 7PM
Location: North Lime Coffee & Donuts back porch (Limestone location)
Details: We encourage you to buy something. All are welcome.
Cincinnati, OH
When: June 26 11:30 AM
Location: Rohs Street Cafe at University Christian Church
Details: All are welcome
More event details here
Lake of the Ozarks, MO
When: July 17th, 6:30 PM
Location: Starbucks back porch. 3815 U.S. 54. Osage Beach, MO
Details: We encourage you to buy a drink. All are welcome.
Mike Sharpmach
Topeka, KS
When: July 18th 6PM
Location: Fuzion School of Dance 118 NW Elm Row Ave.
Details: Dessert is provided. All are welcome