October Update
It has almost been a month since my last blog. So, time for an update. We have been continuing our work in the church. Lanny and I have mused together that we should start our own PBS show called, “This Old Church.” The show would be about us renovating old churches and plant new congregations in them.
Lots of painting has been done including the back half of the sanctuary (multiple times), the entry and the kitchen. I did fall off the ladder with minimal injury, however I am still sore. Kitchen cabinets are installed and we are waiting for the counter tops and kitchen sink to be installed. We discovered that the building has never been connected to the gas company so after weighing our options we have decided to put a propane tank on the property to heat the building. Just in time too because cold weather is coming.
As far as church plant is concerned we have been surprised by visitors who saw the sign out front and then re-surprised that they came back a second time. It has been remarkable how God is sending people to our little church. We now have a weekly newsletter that goes out via email. If you are not on our email list and would like to receive updates please contact me. Also our first Sunday night event will be happening Oct 22, 2023. We will have our first annual chili championship with Psalms and a time sharing grateful stories and hearts with one another. There has been talk of a fire pit being installed on the property.
Pastorally, I have been meeting with Brady Boone for discipleship and to sharpen his theology. Also, my counseling load is increasing. This is an exciting development as discipleship quickens my ministry passion. I will be pursuing more men for intentional spiritual development. Covenant Baptist Church needs more elder qualified men. They may not be presently called to Eldership but they must be ready to serve. As always its a busy time church planting.
Lastly, we are looking forward to a visit from the Elders from Crossway Fellowship in Lynnwood WA. More details will be coming.