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Our Fellowship is the main discussion group of Joining Hands Ministry, facilitated by Pastor Jack. We discuss the ethical principles and practical application of our personal ideologies, emphasizing individuality, self-reliance, and personal responsibility.

Our Fellowship is an adult-level discussion and study group. We do not limit the conversation to any one perspective, belief, view, or ideology. Those attending should be civil and open minded, willing to communicate with respect. This is not a place for ideological cheer leading or ridicule of other positions. If you are willing to be level headed and tolerant, you are welcome.

As these gatherings take place primarily in homes, there is limited space available. As such, we currently do not have resources, facilities, or programs suitable for children. It is our desire to explore these topics in depth, and as such this group is not suitable for young children.

This ministry welcomes affiliate individuals and groups. Please contact Pastor Jack to be considered for affiliation with Joining Hands Ministries. This ministry only recognizes affiliation with individuals or groups that agree with and adhere to our Ministry Statements and maintain our Standards of Affiliation.

At Our Fellowship we emphasize rational, realistic dialog and informal fellowship as a means of building community. Everyone is invited to participate in the discussion.

We do not concentrate on the supernatural or charismatic elements like traditional churches. We are not here to attract attention to ourselves or put on a show. There's no flashy entertainment, no high tech music or light show, no end of the world hysteria, no political activism, and no commercialism - just sincere fellowship.

Discussions are held in homes and in public meeting areas such as coffee shops, bookstores, or any other place where assembly is allowed. The size of the gathering can be anywhere from a couple of people to as many as the site will hold. Our dialog centers on the advancement of the human experience, our influences, accomplishments, and goals.

We don't use words like "progressive" or "community" as a veiled attempt to impress people, nor do we masquerade ourselves as "spirit-filled" or "anointed" in order to play to people's supernatural tendencies. These are all modern methods of ecclesiastical extortion, a means to awe the public into filling the collection plate every week. We don't use these tactics to bring in cash. Therefore, we can be sincere and honest about life, without employing baseless promises and claims.

Membership is not required for participation, and you will not be pressured to join or contribute.

We desire to build a network of like-minded groups to exchange ideas and encourage this rational approach to understanding religion. If you have such a group, or are interested in starting one, please let us know.

After 16 years in traditional church ministry, Pastor Jack started Our Fellowship in 2001 as a ministry for those who seek to pursue a more rational, relational, practical fellowship. All are welcome, regardless of your beliefs or ideology.

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