The apostles gathered around Jesus, and told him all that they had done and taught. He said to them, "Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while." For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. And they went away in the boat to a deserted place by themselves. Mark 6:30-32

Jesus and his disciples did transformational and life changing work. They healed the sick, feed the hungry, proclaimed the good news and more. The needs of the people were never ending. Many of us can relate to an endless to-do list and attending the important needs of our family, friends, and community. Importantly, Jesus forces the disciples to rest and eat. We can not serve others if we are empty. We must first care for ourselves if we seek to care for others. This pattern of service and rest is embedded in the scriptures and Jesus' ministry. Yet, many of us find it hard to attend to our own needs or even acknowledge them. Join us this week as seek to understand how to faithfully serve.