About Us
Who Are We?
We are Women and Men, Daughters and Sons of the King, Grandmothers and Grandfathers, Mothers and Fathers, Sisters and Brothers, Wives and Husbands coming together once a month to share life with one another... A perfect example of Table Fellowship!
The Come, Let Us Dine concept was birthed during a "COVID moment" and the need to gather in small controlled groups.
The purpose is to stay connected with our friends and to love one another well... long after the restrictions for social gatherings are lifted.
The vision is to see people all over the country, gathering together, on the same night, sharing the same meal at the same time, as if we were all attending the same banquet!
Being a Hostess/ Host is simple and I would love to show you how easy it is to gather a group of friends, spread the love of hospitality, good food and fellowship with one another.
~Blessings to All~
Melissa Farrar`
Why We Exist...
Women and Men crave fellowship and community. Pair this with delicious food and a menu that is easily duplicatable for future gatherings and you have a winning scenario.
Come, Let Us Dine- Where Friends Meet to Build Community
It has come to my attention that while we have primarily focused on gathering women together, there are a lot of men that would like an opportunity to be included in the fun and festivities of the Come, Let Us Dine community! So, we are not just about gathering sisters together anymore ... let's gather FRIENDS, women and men!!
Can you even imagine how wonderful it would be to have tables of women and men gathering all across the country? The Come, Let Us Dine community is a perfect way for women and men to gather in community and build meaningful relationships with one another in the hopes of making a difference in the communities that we serve.
Hebrews 10:24-25 says: "And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the day drawing near."
If you are charged with a Men's or Women's Ministry or Community Service Group, this is a simple "pre-packaged" gathering opportunity that happens on the third Friday of each month... Sending a simple email (each month) that you would like a Hostess/ Host packet to comeletusdine@gmail.com is all it takes to be included!
WELCOME TO THE COME, LET US DINE COMMUNITY: An In Home Dining Experience
The Come, Let Us Dine Virtual Community was created out of a need for women and men to gather together for an in home dining experience, share life, share a meal, laugh, love, cry and be in community with one another. When developing the idea of groups of people gathering together all over the world, on the same night, at the the same time, eating the same food, there was quite a bit of consideration for the hesitation that people may have when hosting in their homes.
Who Should I Invite?
Invite five of your friends to join you at your table.
What Should I Serve My Guests?
Many people are paralyzed by the thought of planning a menu and how to prepare a dish. The great news is that as a participating Hostess or Host, you will receive a complete menu and the recipes for each of the menu items. You simply give each of your guests a recipe for one of the menu items to bring on the night of the gathering.
When are the Gatherings Scheduled?
The Come, Let Us Dine dinner gatherings are held on the third Friday of each month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in your time zone.
Where are the Dinner Gatherings Held?
If you are a Hostess or Host, you will invite the guests to your home wherever you are located.
Why Would I Want to Participate?
As a Hostess or Host, you will be a blessing to others as you invite them to fill a seat at your table. As a Guest, you will be blessing to others as you open your heart and share with the guests who share the table. We are meant to encourage one another and to edify one another with the words that we share.
How Do I Participate?
Thank you for asking! Simply, subscribe or follow the Come, Let Us Dine website or FaceBook page and watch for a new menu to be posted on the first of each month.
Once the menu is posted, let us know that you are will to be a Hostess by emailing comeletusdine@gmail.com.
You will then receive a "Hostess/Host Packet" complete with a digital invitation to send to your guests, a colorful menu, all of the recipes as well as complete instructions on how to host the perfect dinner. I will even provide "conversation starters" to get the conversation rolling.
As a Hostess or Host, you simply provide the table setting, bread, beverages and facilitate the evening.
What Else Can I Expect?
During the month you can expect to see pop-up videos and tutorials on how to prepare a menu item, tips on setting a table, decorating ideas, flower arranging, bow making, seasonal treats, photos of dinner gatherings and many other random posting from our enthusiastic followers.
I truly hope that you will join our community and gather women and men at your table for an evening of fun, fellowship and a delicious meal.
HOSTESS and host TESTIMONIALS
Such An Unexpected Blessing!
Come, Let Us dine has been such an unexpected blessing in my life.
It has allowed me to use my passion for decorating and hospitality to create new tablescapes each month.
The food, the conversation, the laughter, the prayers, the community of girlfriends is so needed.
I can hardly wait to find out the next months menu and theme. I cannot thank everyone involved in pulling this off each month! Sara L., Spring Hill, TN
GUEST TESTIMONIALS
Blessed to Connect and Feel Welcome
Gather as the Bible Says in Acts 2:46
Gather as the Bible Says in Acts 2:46
I moved here from Southern California 11 months ago and was so excited to find our new church, Grace Chapel. We were blessed to connect to a wonderful tribe of people including a tribe of women who reached out and made me feel so deeply welcomed.
Sara is one of the gracious Hostesses who invited me to a Come, Let Us Dine gathering in her home as a guest. All I had to do was bring one dish from the preset menu with the assigned recipe I was given... that was it!
The Hostess was in charge of setting the table and providing the bread and beverages. Each of the other 5 guests did exactly what I did- prepare one dish!
The beauty and richness was far greater than an exquisite meal. It was the fellowship, the laughter, the freedom to converse with women, new and old, over dinner.
I can not wait to host my first Come, Let Us Dine event in June!
Missy A. Leipers Fork, TN
Gather as the Bible Says in Acts 2:46
Gather as the Bible Says in Acts 2:46
Gather as the Bible Says in Acts 2:46
I look forward to the third Friday of the month as a result of participating in the Come, Let Us Dine Community.
It is so exciting not only because of the awesome and surprising themes and menus but, it is also about gathering as the Bible says in Acts 2:46. Breaking bread together in our homes has been an awesome opportunity to witness the Holy Spirit's presence.
We have stepped out of out comfort zones, tried new delicious foods and desserts, laughed, cried and prayed together.
I can not begin to describe how much joy Come, Let Us Dine has brought to all who gather together.
Karen W. Franklin, TN
GUEST TESTIMONIALS
I Love the Authentic and Genuine Conversation
I Love the Authentic and Genuine Conversation
I Love the Authentic and Genuine Conversation
Come, Let Us Dine is such a sweet experience!
Once a month, a table is set for a beautiful evening filled with authentic and genuine conversation. To top it off, the menus are absolutely delicious! It is something that I would never have time to make all on my own but, together with friends, it is a perfect evening!
I will make the third Friday of each month a priority! What a fun and unique idea!
Jenna C., Spring Hill, TN
Delightful Evening of Fellowship and Fun!
I Love the Authentic and Genuine Conversation
I Love the Authentic and Genuine Conversation
I had such a fun and delightful evening at my first Come, Let Us Dine gathering!
I found it so interesting that 6 women, brought together from such diverse backgrounds, could have such stimulating conversation. Sometimes we stay so busy with schedules that we do not even realize our deep inner need to just slow down, converse with others, consider other viewpoints and take insight into other peoples current lives and backgrounds!
It all becomes eternally significant when the Hostess is a Christian and has prayed for each person who is coming to the table. I feel like all of that happened for me last night...
I am still sharing all that I can remember with my husband and hope to share in a gathering again soon!
Brenda R., Brentwood, TN
MENU OF THE MONTH
Host a Gathering on DECEMBER 14th in Your Home!
Host a Gathering on DECEMBER 14th in Your Home!
Host a Gathering on DECEMBER 14th in Your Home!
Email comeletusdine@gmail.com for your complete Hostess/Host Packet including your free menu, digital invites for your guest and the recipes to complete the meal.
Host a Gathering on DECEMBER 14th in Your Home!
Host a Gathering on DECEMBER 14th in Your Home!
Host a Gathering on DECEMBER 14th in Your Home!
Email comeletusdine@gmail.com for your complete Hostess/Host Packet including your free menu, digital invites for your guest and the recipes to complete the meal.
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