Riverside Church, Birmingham, Uk

TEACHING SERIES: The Story of US TITLE: Session 2: Friendship in an age of romance BY: Sarah Auger DATE: 1 May 2022 PASSAGE: Proverbs (Chapter 17, verses 17) and John (Chapter 15, verses 9-17) According to a study from University College London, nearly a quarter of us have experienced a complete breakdown in a significant relationship during the pandemic. Friendships have been stretched; families have been fractured; romances have struggled. Yes, over the last 2 years many of us know that our relationships have taken a serious hit. This important teaching series is all about those relationships. Rooted in the biblical book of Proverbs, this is a chance to reflect, rebuild and refresh all our relationships in this post-pandemic world. ‘The crisis of Covid has distanced us from each other. We see anew how far apart we are. The result must be a new way to bring us together.’ (Jon Yates)