Central Alberta begins "Neighbourhood Life"

"Neighbourhod Life" is a movement in Central Alberta where community development is taken seriously in the neighbourhood.  It takes Jesus seriously when he said, "Love the Lord your God with all you heart, soul and strength, and love your neighbour as yourself."  For the next four months, seven neighbourhoods in Central Alberta will take their neighbourhoods seriously, in an effort to awaken the power of families and neighbourhoods.  These seven neighbourhoods will begin to shape what others can join come April/May.  Stories are shared, as are tools and ideas.  Block parties are high on the list and always end with one neighbour asking why this is not done more often.  Spending time listening and learning about your neighbours is essential.  Sharing a meal seems to always be helpful. A few things to check out if this interests you:  The "Neighbourhood Engagement Weekend" at Camp Nakanum (NW of Edmonton) on March 7-9.  The Inhabit conference at the end of April.  See:  www.inhabitconference.com to register.  And check out the book, "The Abundant Community."