While Jen and I were looking for a home in Lafayette, God led us to meet a man who not only would sell us a great home, but who also was to join us as one of our first ministry partners. We still can't believe the amazing ways God is working to bring us together with people who love him and are …
Wisdom for selecting a home
It turns out that one of the men from the Pondside group is actually the President / CEO of Lafayette Savings Bank! It's amazing how God works things out. I gave him a call, he had someone call me and in about 30 minutes this morning, Jen and I were "easily" approved for at least a $180,000 …
Jen and I know where we want to live
I want to thank all of you for praying for Jen and me during our trip this last weekend to Lafayette. We had a really fun time in many different ways. Quick Notes We were able to stay with Jen's cousin and her family. They are so gracious and generous each time we visit. Praise God for Mark …
Visiting Lafayette This Weekend
I just wanted to send out a quick note to all of you to let you know that Jen, the kids, and I will be visiting Lafayette this weekend. If all works out well, we will plan on meeting with some people who are interested in possibly joining us. We will also be looking at some of the housing available …
A Plan for Leadership Development
My assignment from yesterday's CECL session was to write up a preliminary plan for leadership development in a church. Considering that I am preparing to start a new church, I thought in terms of developing leaders from the "ground up" so to speak. It's a rough draft, but this is what I have so …
Prayer Update
Hello, All of you know at this point that we are on our way to Lafayette, IN in the near future and hopefully most of you have received a full prayer update in your regular mail box at home---if not please respond to this and let me know and I'll make sure you get one soon!! We have been praying …
Support is now at 37%
Jen and I just received our latest notice from Midwest Church planting. Last month, we had two new families come on board as supporters and one of them was a monthly commitment of $100! Praise God! We are now at 37%. If you would like to see our support chart, go to our main website …
I have a coach!
Jen and I are starting a church with Midwest Church Planting a ministry of the Midwest Baptist Conference. The head of Midwest Church Planting has just assigned me a coach for the church planting process. Now, I have someone to talk to about all things church planting! My coach is Richard Wollard …
It’s Official
That’s right, it’s official. Not only have Jen and I made a decision about where we will be planting a church, but we have also made the announcement to our congregation! Are you ready? We will be planting a church in Lafayette, Indiana! …