As we enjoy our growing relationships with each other, let us be mindful to look out for those who are not yet in the family of God, engage in real discussions with them, and see God work in their lives.
40 Days of Relationships is a great opportunity to connect with people at a deeper level. Below are sample emails you can use to invite people to a book discussion group - whether it's the cell group you are a part of or a group you start at work or in your neighborhood. Adjust them to your unique style and situation!
1. Invitation to book discussion at cell group and/or lunch time group
Hi >>Name<<,
I just wanted to let you know that I will be doing a book study/discussion on a new book about relationships and I thought you might be interested in participating.
Shaped after Rick Warren’s bestseller, The Purpose Driven Life, where you just read one short chapter a day for forty days, this book has the potential to bring new depth to all of our relationships – from marriage, to family, to friends and the workplace! It’s called The Relationship Principles of Jesus. (Go to http://westgatechapel.net to read a chapter of the book.)
I’m getting together with some friends every Wednesday [or Thursday] night at 6:30 [or 7] pm starting March 4 [or 5] in Chantilly [or South Riding] for the discussion part. Or maybe, if you’re interested, we could get together during lunch. Just once a week for the six weeks.
What do you think?
Let me know… I would love to get to know you better.
>>Your name<<
PS Feel free to invite other people too! Please forward this to anyone else you think may be interested.
2. Invitation to book discussion during lunch
Hi >>Name<<,
I heard about a new book about relationships I think you might like.
Shaped after Rick Warren’s bestseller, The Purpose Driven Life, where you just read one short chapter a day for forty days, this book has the potential to bring new depth to all of our relationships – from marriage, to family, to friends and the workplace! It’s called The Relationship Principles of Jesus. (Go to http://westgatechapel.net to read a chapter of the book.)
I think it would be great to get together and discuss it once a week during the forty days – probably at lunchtime. Maybe some others can join us.
What do you think?
Let me know… I would love to get to know you better.
>>Your name<<
PS Feel free to forward this to anyone else you think may be interested.
