Tessera Sundays

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A tessera is a small block of stone, tile, glass, or other material used in the construction of a mosaic.

Our lives are like pieces of tessera in that they each tell stories of brokenness and hope. We believe in the power of these stories being intentionally shared together.

To be formed within the rescue of Jesus requires slowing down, getting small, and being present to each other’s stories. Unfortunately, it’s often possible to keep busy with a flurry of church activity and programming that we avoid these kinds of movements. At Mosaic, we believe in the sacred being fully at home in the mundane.

On Tessera Sunday weekends we do not gather as a whole church family, but we all participate in opening space for one another as we all become hosts to others in simple places like living rooms, patios, shared tables, along paths, and so much more. Intentional rest – intentional hospitality – this is our practice.

We invite you to reach out to us if you’d like to talk about Tessera Sundays and get in touch with one of our hosts to stop by and visit.

This looks different in every home. Here’s a sneak peak from a few of our hosts!

Congers

Congers

Do you identify as a nerd? Do you love spending time with people who have a wide variety of interests? Then you’d definitely enjoy getting to know this sports-loving, wood-turning dynamic duo, the Congers.

When he’s not greeting everyone on their way into service at Mosaic, Kirk enjoys collecting wood and spending time in his shop creating. Cindy, a sports fanatic, spends a lot of time watching and reading about sports. You can also find her working in her garden. Both enjoy reading, cards, and board games. Any bridge players out there?

Meeting in homes and occasionally coffee shops, this group full of laughter (puns and bad dad jokes) genuinely enjoys being together and supporting one another. If love, support, and the promise of a light breakfast or brunch isn’t enough to spark your interest, rumor has it, they have an annual book exchange! While they’re not really set up for kiddos to join, they’d love to invite adults looking for a Tessera connection to pull up a chair at their table.

Dovers

Dovers

Snacks and crafts and facts, oh my! Enjoying an eclectic assortment of hobbies and interests, the Dovers love helping create a safe environment for others to connect.

If you love facts, you’ll enjoy talking to James, who seems to know a little bit of something about everything. He loves smoking meat, golfing, video games, and showing people his Tolkien collection. Meanwhile, you’ll find Rebecca sipping coffee with friends, thrifting, puzzling, or attempting to subdue the weeds in their backyard. Both are huge fans of mini-golf, traveling, geeking out about biblical interpretation, and of course, their dogs (Gus & Sylvie).

On a typical Tessera Sunday you’ll find them meeting in a home or park nearby. There are always snacks, sometimes crafts, and kids are always welcome. They love that the relaxed and comfortable atmosphere of Tessera Sundays encourages people to slow down, come together, and share in all the highs and lows of life. Some weeks are filled with quiet and calm, while others may have an element of creative and beautiful chaos. No matter the season of life, lifestyle, hobbies or interests, you always have an open invitation to drop in and visit with them during Tessera time.

Costellos

Costellos

Sleepy, but thriving! Austin and Lauren love spending time with Quinn (their 1-year-old) and Mac (their pup). They love being outside, listening to live music, and working on house projects.

If you’re looking for them on a Tessera Sunday, you’ll find them in a home (whether their own or someone else in the group), and if it’s nice out, maybe a park! Sometimes gathering involves an all out potluck style breakfast, and other week’s a simple bagel and coffee theme does the trick. Kids are absolutely welcome: Quinn would love to make some new friends!

The Costellos love that Tessera Sundays allow them to build deeper friendships through a level of connection that happens more naturally in a smaller group of people. They love deep conversation, but they’re also not afraid to spend Sunday morning catching up on life, with group members checking in on each other. If you visit their group on a Sunday morning, you’ll find they let the conversation guide them and prioritize connection and building deeper relationships.