A New Year

I hope everyone is doing well. I just got back from a Wesleyan Ministry Conference in Jacksonville, FL. If you want to check out any of the speakers feel free: http://www.wesleyan.org/gathering


I drove down on January 4, 2011 and was scheduled to pick up Ryan at 5pm. When I arrived in town, I had 3 hours to kill. I was going to find a Barnes and Noble. Coffee and a good book is always a smart choice. When I got to the parking lot, I noticed my car was making some funny noises. The more I drove the louder the noise got. I knew I had to get somebody to look at my car, because I thought the wheel was falling off. I found a Midas about six miles away from the Barnes and Noble. They were very helpful. They told me the back brakes on one side had locked up and I had a huge nail in one of the tires. $956.00 later I was on my way to the airport. I got to the airport with about 10 minutes to spare. What a way to start off the trip.


God showed up during our time in Jacksonville. Ryan and I had some great conversations. One of the most exciting conversations came after a seminar, which talked about creative planning for the worship space. This sparked some ideas for Ryan and we began to brainstorm. The speakers provided us with great challenges as we move into 2011. Next week’s blog is going to focus on one of the messages we heard. Overall the conference was inspiring and helped light a fire within me for ministry. I am ready to get on the ground and implement the many ideas we tossed around.


I am reminded of patience. I am also reminded of prayer. Patience and prayer are so vital at this stage of a Church Plant. Thanks to everyone who has been praying for us.


This is God’s church and we are so lucky to be a part of His work!!!