Share a story with one other person: Describe a time when you felt lost, physically or emotionally. How did you become 'unlost'? Spend some time in worship: If possible include some reflection on God's love for the lost. Read John 17: 6-19 aloud and then allow time for all to re-read it along with this commentary and the personal focus questions: During his life, Jesus revealed to his followers what God was like. He taught them by his words and deeds, and they were faithful to him. Jesus kept them from departing from the truth and from losing their way. As he prepares to return to the Father, he asks the Father to keep them faithful to the truth and to witness to all that Jesus said and did. Believers are to continue the words and works of Jesus and he prays that they may be as united in this as he is with the Father. This unity of the disciples with each other will be the way the world will come to believe. Personal reflection: 1. What thoughts come to mind as     you read this passage? What do     you think God might be saying     to you? 2. When have you known yourself     being 'kept safe' by Jesus     through the experience of the     loving care of other disciples?

3. What could God be asking of     you that your fellowship might     present a more united face to     the world? When you have reflected alone, share together in threes. When your discussion is complete, or time is up come back together as one group and share any insights individuals wish to share (try not to 'redo' the discussion) Now explore this Life focus question as a whole group: What are the values and truths to which we are called to be faithful as a united group of disciples? How can we show these values to the world? Recall anything from last time that needs attention. Spend the last 15 minutes doing what Jesus did – praying. Share concerns for prayer and PRAY. Fix date and venue of next meeting