What a great day! After a few hours in the office this morning, I had a meeting with someone from a place that has lots of resources for churches- education, finances, people, etc. So, we began by chatting a but and it was amazing to realize how many people we had in common- friends, family, ministry people from here and even where I grew up! It really is a small world! As we talked, we were pausing to say "so then you must know....". Definitely a great icebreaker to share about so many common friends.
Then, she shared about the ways they could help our church and ministry. We talked about ideas, possibilities, and ways to head toward our goal. I'm not completely sure what that is yet, but some of the opportunities she mentioned might be ways to help figure that out!
After that meeting, I got to visit with someone I had not seen for awhile. She seems to be doing better than the last time I saw her and it was a great visit! I'm feeling like she is on the right track and making some good life choices.
Then, tonight I went to the education committee meeting. I had a long list of things to talk about but I knew they wouldn't all be talked about. But, that was ok because I was excited to share whatever I could. And, I knew there were other things to talk about. The meeting lasted about 3 hours. But, even though it was long, it was 3 hours of sharing, laughter, and stories- building relationships- right along with planning, visioning, and getting things done. I left the meeting feeling excited and energized for the things to come! That says a lot for a meeting that ends at 9pm! I shared some of the ideas I have for the children's ministry and was happy that it was well received. And, others had ideas which is always a great thing!
During the meeting, several shared why they started coming to the church. It was such a blessing hearing their stories. It made us think about ways to make others feel welcome.
So, where was God today? He was in the meetings that made up my day.
Blessings,
Jennifer
Then, she shared about the ways they could help our church and ministry. We talked about ideas, possibilities, and ways to head toward our goal. I'm not completely sure what that is yet, but some of the opportunities she mentioned might be ways to help figure that out!
After that meeting, I got to visit with someone I had not seen for awhile. She seems to be doing better than the last time I saw her and it was a great visit! I'm feeling like she is on the right track and making some good life choices.
Then, tonight I went to the education committee meeting. I had a long list of things to talk about but I knew they wouldn't all be talked about. But, that was ok because I was excited to share whatever I could. And, I knew there were other things to talk about. The meeting lasted about 3 hours. But, even though it was long, it was 3 hours of sharing, laughter, and stories- building relationships- right along with planning, visioning, and getting things done. I left the meeting feeling excited and energized for the things to come! That says a lot for a meeting that ends at 9pm! I shared some of the ideas I have for the children's ministry and was happy that it was well received. And, others had ideas which is always a great thing!
During the meeting, several shared why they started coming to the church. It was such a blessing hearing their stories. It made us think about ways to make others feel welcome.
So, where was God today? He was in the meetings that made up my day.
Blessings,
Jennifer
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