APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY, Week of May 26–June 1, 2025, Start Conversations: INFORMAL PREACHING. (Making Disciples: A Work of Love, Lesson 2, point 4). Prepared Assignment.

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY, May 26-June 1, 2025, Start Conversations: INFORMAL PREACHING. (Making Disciples: A Work of Love, Lesson 2, point 4). Prepared Assignment.

Start conversations (4 mins.) INFORMAL PREACHING. Offer a Bible study (LMD lesson 2, point 4).

Setting: A publisher is walking through a park when he suddenly sees an acquaintance sitting on a bench reading a book.

Publisher(s): Hello! [Familiar name]? I can't believe it! Is that you?

Assistant: [Publisher Name], nice to see you! It's been a while! Since college, right?

Publisher(s): Yes, years ago. What a coincidence to find you here! How are you?

Assistant: Well, here we are, between work and family. The days fly by. And how are you? Are you still working at that school?

Publisher(s): Yes, I work the afternoon shift. In fact, I'm heading there now. But since it's close, I sometimes like to walk there. And you, what are you doing around here? Do you live nearby?

Assistant: Not much. I just moved here. But I discovered this park, which is super quiet, and I like to come and read for a while when I have time. Sometimes I need a moment of peace and quiet to disconnect from all the stress. My children are already teenagers. Sometimes I wonder if I'm doing the right thing as a mother.

Publisher(s): It's a question many parents ask ourselves. Plus, with our fast-paced lives, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the worries of everyday life.

Assistant: Yeah, that's exactly how I feel. Plus, with so much uncertainty in the world. You know, sometimes I have a hard time staying calm.

Publisher(s): I totally understand what you're saying. That's why it's so important to find a source of calm in the midst of everything. By the way, how about we exchange contact numbers? That way we can chat more calmly and catch up. I'd love to hear more from you.

Assistant: Of course! I think it's a great idea.

Publisher(s): We could also go out for a coffee and talk. That way, I could tell you about something that has given me a lot of peace and helped me see things more optimistically.

Assistant: Oh, yeah? What's that? You must be in a hurry to get to work, but give me a quick tip.

Publisher(s): Okay. I'm talking about studying the Bible. It has very practical advice for daily life and is a wonderful guide for raising children and taking care of the family. There's even a free, very simple Bible course that might interest you.

Assistant: A Bible course? I had no idea they offered Bible courses.

Publisher(s): I haven't told you: I'm a Jehovah's Witness. We offer free Bible courses in people's homes, at their own pace and with no obligation.

Assistant: I had no idea. Well, [Publisher Name], we exchanged phone numbers and we'll call tonight to arrange to meet again. And then you can tell me more about that Bible study, okay?

Publisher(s): [Familiar Name], I think this is wonderful. I'm so glad I found you.

Assistant: Me too, [Publisher Name]. Take care. See you soon.