The Messerschmidt Group
Night of the Week: TuesdaysMeeting Times: 6:30-8:00pm
Area of Town: Gainesville
Ages: 40s, 50s, & 60+
About the Leaders!John & Ellen have been married for 46 years. One son Brent and his wife Mary with two boys, Webber 9 and Merritt 6. One daughter Joy, single with one daughter, Parker Jean 9.
Describe how a typical night of your group unfolds! Greetings, mingling, a snack or two then chatting about our week, its challenges and victories.
Why are you leading a Missional Community Group?Ellen and I so enjoy having our living room filled with those who love Jesus and want to dig into scripture to learn more about how to love and serve Him, His Church, and the lost.
What are some of your favorite things to do?Traveling with Ellen, playing music, working around home and enjoying our children and grandchildren.
What is your favorite book of the Bible?John – Titus. Ellen – Impossible to say. Perhaps Colossians and Psalms.
If you were stranded on a desert island and could only have one book (in addition to the Bible) what would it be?
John - Arsenal of Democracy. Ellen – New Morning Mercies by Paul Tripp.
If you knew you were eating your last meal on earth, what would you have?
John - Ellen’s Pasta Milano. Ellen – A fresh salad, some kind of chicken, and a chocolate dessert with a glass of milk.