Sense of Community

The great thing about moving to what I call "Mormonville", is that is has really challenged me to think about what I really believe and where I really stand on a number of issues. I have some reflections of the Mormon people for you and what has God has recently laid upon my heart lately. Not less than five minutes after we had arrived in Payson (the town we live in Utah), we were approached by two of our neighbors asking if we needed any help with moving in or whatever. Keep in mind that it was about 9:00pm on a weekday evening and it was already dark. I was so impressed at the expression of kindness that it showed us. The sense of community that the Mormon people have for one another is incredible. It makes me wonder why if I really understand a sense of community like the Mormon people we have recently met. I really don't have that sense of belonging like the people in my new neighborhood. I'm actually envious in some respects but the people have such a sense of identity with their fellow neighbors. Many of their social activities and community events are organized through their local church. I'll admit I am embarassed to say that I have never felt that sense of community in the Christian churches that I have attended. I think their is a lot I can learn about community values from my neighbors. I pray that I can adopt some of these community values in my own life. My questions for you are these: What's your sense of community? Do you feel it could be better? What steps can you take in your own life to better foster you own Christian community?