THE TABLE
A SCHOOL OF DISCIPLESHIP
EST 2023
For years, we dreamed about cultivating a space like this.
But in 2022, while navigating a very difficult season in our lives, we found ourselves leaning ever so heavily into Jesus, more dependent than ever on His truth, His goodness, and His voice. As we did, He provided all that we needed to find peace and joy in our hardship. He also spoke to us regarding some other things.
Two things became increasingly apparent to us. The first was that God was inviting us to begin building the discipleship school. The second, which felt important in God's invitation, was that we were to begin by offering a summer session for youth. It was a pivot from our original thinking, but we sensed God wanted to do something extravagant for the youth in our area. We felt his desire to offer a relational space of belonging for them, and we sensed that he wanted to give them an opportunity that would, in some special way, express their incredible value to him and to the Body of Christ. We felt privileged to be invited into this beautiful adventure.
So, in the summer of 2023, we offered our first 6-week school to an amazing group of 12-18 years olds. It was more beautiful than we ever could have imagined. We had the privilege of hosting 19 incredible students and 3 invaluable interns. By the end of our first week together, we knew God was doing something very special. Soon, the question from the students became ... "you're doing this next year, right?"
Our answer was yes!
We believe in the transforming power of God.
We believe in the process of spiritual formation.
And we believe beautiful things happen when we gather around God's table together.
We live in a hurried world full of distractions. To know God and to receive all that He has for us requires time and intentionality.
Our desire is to offer a space that is devoted to encountering Him.
The Table is a place for longing hearts to come away with God - where, together, we can learn to more deeply rest in Him, allowing Him to shape and mold us into the people we were created to be.
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THE TABLE
YOUTH EDITION
2024
The Details for Youth Edition 2024
If The Table is new to you, here's a brief description of how we spend our days together!
Days at TheTable are full of biblical teaching from wonderful trusted teachers, extended times of worship, fun opportunities to explore and create, outdoor activities like kayaking and yard games, interaction with kid-friendly farm animals, and lots of time building biblical community. A delicious lunch is provided for the students each day we meet.
If you're a parent or guardian of a teen, you know how important it is for your child to have a healthy place of relational belonging - a solid group of good friends. That's exactly what so many youth found at The Table last summer.
Our family is committed to loving those who have yet to meet Jesus (and we have other initiatives that are focused accordingly), but The Table is designed for youth who already know Him in some way, seek to grow in relationship with Him, and desire friends who will help them move in that direction.
Schedule
Last year, The Table Youth Edition was spread out over the course of most of the summer. We felt that was the right format for our first year, but this summer, we're excited to be trying something new. This summer, The Table Youth Edition will be two straight weeks (Monday-Thursday) of Jesus-focused, community-oriented fun and fellowship - worshiping together, growing together, eating together, creating together, and playing together!
Week 1 will be held from June 3rd-June 6th, 10am-4pm each day. The focus of week 1 will be on identity, calling, and what it means to be part of the family of God. Awesome stuff!
Week 2 will be held from June 10th-June 13th, 10am-4pm each day. The focus of week 2 will be on creating with the Holy Spirit (which comes in so many forms) and connecting with God and others!
Location: Contact us for details! We're located 40 minutes from most places in Lexington.
Cost: There is no cost for this amazing opportunity!
Yes, we know this isn't conventional wisdom, and yes, there was a set fee last year. However, it was necessary for us to take away any business element in order for us to be able to host The Table on the farm. We're not exactly sure how God is going to provide for all of our needs, but we've continued to feel that The Table is important to Him and that we're to stay true to the vision we believe He gave us ... trusting Him with the details!
That being said, if you are able and feel led to help us make The Table possible, here are some great opportunities to help!
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You can financially sow into the work of When Love Finds Love, our non-profit ministry, which will directly support our other ministry initiatives and will indirectly support The Table as well. We would be eternally grateful for any contribution you feel led to offer. You can make a tax-deductible contribution here or make a check payable to When Love Finds Love.
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You can be part of our meal team.
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You can help carpool.
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If there's something else you'd like to contribute, we'd love to hear about it!
The application is now available at the top of this page! Even though there is no charge, the application is equally important! We will still be ordering t-shirts for the students and various other supplies.
Applications will likely close on May 15th.
(We limit the number of students to maintain the family culture that we so deeply value.)
We are also accepting interns between the ages of 18-22. This is an incredible opportunity for young adults to both serve and be part of a truly transformational experience (for free!). The interns who served with us last year were deeply blessed by their time with us, and we can't imagine last summer without their presence.
2023 Photo Gallery
Here are a few photos from The Table Youth Edition 2023!
