Oikos

The Greek word “oikos” means home or household. However, unlike the English word “household” that is synonymous with your immediate family and relatives, the Greek word “oikos” relates more to ones own inner circle of close family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. As a people of faith on mission to create “Christ-centered, loving family relationships,” we are to pray for, invest in, invite, and prepare to share the Gospel with those in our circle. Mark 5:19 exhorts us, "Go home to your own people (your oikos) and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you." To be the Body of Christ, we must work together by going into the world to reach the people for whom God has placed directly in our lives. This is an immediate need that is constantly growing and changing based on where God has placed you in life.