That They May Be One
Through heartfelt conversations with guests who represent the beauty and diversity of the the Church across the ecclesial spectrum, our goal is to pursue and proclaim unity in the Body of Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit. Our topics for discussion will include questions related to Christian unity, along with other issues of current concern.
That They May Be One
Episode 10: Unity in Action: Ecumenical Growth with the Alleluia Community
In this episode, Dr. David Cole and Adriana Gonzalez are joined by Dan Almeter and Bob Garrett from the Alleluia Community — an intentional, ecumenical, covenant community rooted in a powerful move of the Holy Spirit. In our conversation, we explore how the Alleluia Community fosters revival through ecumenical hospitality, shared life, and a commitment to becoming less like an institution and more like a spiritual family. Take a listen to learn how this unique community continues to transform lives and impact the broader Church by saying yes to Jesus’ call: “that they may be one.”
Reflection Question:
What would it look like in your own life to live more like a spiritual family and less like an institution—and how might God be inviting you to foster unity across differences in your community?
More about our Guests:
Daniel Almeter is a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Augusta, Georgia. He received his master’s in counseling from Augusta State University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience in counseling and spiritual direction. He is an elder in the Alleluia Christian Community and has been involved in leadership, faith formation and mentoring other men for over 30 years. Dan has been a national and international speaker in many Catholic and Ecumenical settings. He is the United States’ representative to the Catholic Fraternity of Communities. He attends the “Gathering of the Holy Spirit,” a dialogue sponsored by the Center for Unity in Rome, Italy and in union with the Council for Christian Unity in the Vatican to work toward unity between Catholic and new charismatic churches. Dan is the author ofUnity: On Earth as in Heaven.
Bob Garrett is an Elder and the Overall Coordinator of the Alleluia Community where he oversees the day-to-day operation of the community and is responsible for maintaining unity among the Elders and primary leaders within the community. Bob serves as Moderator for both the South Augusta Pastors’ Alliance and the citywide Augusta Community Prayer Breakfast. He is the Secretary/Treasurer for the Charismatic Leaders’ Fellowship and he serves on the leadership team of the North American Network of Charismatic Covenant Communities. Bob serves as an ecumenical consultant to the Somos Um (We are One) conference in Rio de Janeiro. Bob and Sue Garrett have been Full Covenant members of Alleluia since 1977, have five adult children, six grandchildren and attend Burns Methodist Church (GMC) of Augusta.
Learn more about the Alleluia Community Here.