DARENNEELY

NOTICE ANYTHING DIFFERENT?

2010-03-10T08:45:00.001-08:00

That's what this teenager came up and asked me last weekend. I was speaking at a youth event and had noticed this guy that was kind of not really fitting in. After a closer inspection I kind of began to get a hunch as to why. But I wasn't going to say anything. I mean I noticed, so I assumed everyone else did. That's about the time he came up to me and said, "Hey, you notice anything different?" Of course I did, but I wasn't going to let him know that. He then put a spotlight on the elephant in the room. "I'm cross eyed." Sure enough, that's what I had already picked up on. It wasn't just something mild, like a sleepy eye. We're talking a pretty major defect. He went on to explain that he was born like that and that he was pretty much blind in his left eye and that there was pretty much nothing he could do about but live with it. Sure, that was a pretty big run on sentence, but that's how teenagers talk. Anyway, we went on talking about his eye issues, and soon after it was time for me to leave. Thinking through this, I was drawn to his honesty and transparency. He was basically saying, "Hey, there's something wrong with me, but let's stop pretending like we don't all see it." I wonder what would happen if our church was a place where people could be so transparent and vulnerable. How refreshing would it be to stop walking around like there is nothing wrong with us? How refreshing would it be to have a place to admit our defects and still be accepted?

OUR HOUSE

2010-03-04T13:02:00.000-08:00

Hey, just wanted to let everyone know that our house in Bryant is for sale, and we would like everyone to pray that we sell soon. We really believe God wants us close to the church. In fact, we already have a contract on a house off of Cantrell. It's contingent on our house selling within the next 40 days, so we would really appreciate anyone and everyone praying for a speedy sell. Thanks.

reLaunch

2010-02-15T21:06:00.000-08:00

As most of you know, we relocated to a new space back in December. Countless people have been working countless hours to get the space ready for our reLaunch this Sunday. We had our first worship experience in our auditorium this past week, and I couldn't have been happier with how everything looked, sounded, etc. We have a few more things to do before this weekend, but I'm so excited to finally be ready to open the doors to our new neighbors in Riverdale. However, this weekend will only be the beginning. We're praying BIG prayers for BIG things to happen!

If you don't have a church home or if it's just been a while, we'd love to see you this weekend. Go to the website for directions and more details about the church.

i have not forgotten about blogging.

2010-01-21T13:06:00.000-08:00

i'm just busy. too busy to blog? i guess. that sounds pretty lame, right? sorry.

here are a few things going on.

our house is up for sale and we are moving to little rock. know anyone needing a nice little house in the bryant area?
we're making progress on our new space for thecitychurch. should be finished up in a couple of weeks. we're still having weekly worship experiences on sundays at 10:20. join us would you?
big relaunch experience is scheduled for Feb. 21.
next session of city groups begins on Feb. 28.
next baptism experience is on March 21.
next All-Access Membership Class is also March 21.
April Fools is on April 1.
welcome back to the blog and thanks for shopping at Wal-Mart.

CONFUSED, BUT DETERMINED

2009-11-29T19:00:00.000-08:00

That's how I'm feeling right now. A friend of mine, Thomas Young, took his own life this weekend amidst a conflict with his wife, and I just don't know what to think about any of it. Here's the link to Thomas' church with their statements from the weekend. I've worked with Thomas at a couple of camps and had him in my previous church for a week, and he was the real deal. So, how does he, or how do we get to a point in our lives where this is an option? Or why do we turn to alcohol or drugs or unhealthy relationships, or anything destructive really? I really don't understand any of this, but here are a few of my unfiltered thoughts. We live in such a broken world. I believe that Jesus came to give us an abundant life, but the setting for that life is terribly shattered. So many of have so many hurts, scars, wounds. And so often, in the midst of the hurt, we in turn, choose even more destruction. Here's what I know. We are broken and frail, and we need help. That help must come from Jesus. And I believe the local church has to be a place where the broken can unashamedly come and find the Healer. I've spent a little over a year now working with a team of friends following God's lead in launching and leading THECITYCHURCH in Little Rock. While after hearing about Thomas' death, it would seem almost justifiable to just throw up my hands and give up on trying to reach out to the hurting throughout central arkansas. I, however, will not. In fact, it's been my prayer this evening that this tragic and unexplainable event will fuel my passion for this community even more. I almost want to drag people into the doors of the church to hear about the life change and transformation that is so readily available. I believe that while the brokenness surrounds us, the scripture will hold true, "He who is in me is greater than he that is in the world." In other words, the power of God will win. I think God is big enough to handle my questions and confusion after hearing about Thomas, and I believe He is also still in control. Some questions we have in this world may never be answered, but my hope is not in this world, it's in the Saviour of this world. This is me begging you, if you don't have a church home and you live around here, get to THECITYCHURCH this sunday. If you're reading this in some other town or city, find a vibrant, local church and get there. Will it be perfect? Nope. It's made up of broken people like me and you. Will there be hypocrites? Probably. It's made up of broken people like me and you. Will you begin to find hope? James 4:8 says, "Draw close to God, and He will draw close to you." May we begin to find the hope and healing for which we are so desperately looking.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!

2009-11-23T09:17:00.000-08:00

Well, let's just get right to it. We're Moving!!! Yep. Moving. Last week was one crazy week, but before we talk about that, I need to back up a little. Last summer, there were a few families that began meeting that had a heart for the Riverdale, Hill Crest, and River Market areas of LIttle Rock. We began searching out possible spaces to launch THECITYCHURCH, but nothing was working out for. Too big, too small, too expensive, too yuck. So, right before we had our first preview experience in January, we worked out a deal with the Statehouse Convention Center. We had our first two previews there while all the while continuing to search out a more stable meeting place. Through a series of contacts, we were able to reach an agreement on the facility we're currently using. We would be able to lease the space month-to-month while they continued to have the building on the market. What a blessing this was. Huge. We moved all of our stuff in and made it ours.

A couple of months ago, several of us began to talk and pray about the future. We knew this wouldn't be our permanent space, so we go back out and began looking again. We wanted to make sure we didn't get put in a bad spot if and when our current building sold. And what a wise decision this turned out to be. We found an amazing space in the Riverdale area of Little Rock, exactly where we were looking a year ago (but could not afford). We've been talking with the property owners for about two months now and had gotten pretty close to reaching a lease agreement, but we were still not quite ready to take that step. Honestly, it was going to take a miracle for us to get in there.

So, last Tuesday I get notice from our current lease agent our space had been sold, and we had 30 days left! Yikes! I had to keep my hands in my pockets to keep them off the panic button. But, God is so much bigger than 30 day notices, contracts, and money. By Thursday, we had gotten word that God was providing for us to get into the space in Riverdale! Unbelievable. So, we've gotten the lease stuff going for our new space and will hopefully be ready to sign the contract this week or next. We don't have any sort of move in date right now because there are a few issues we still have to work through, but God has been faithful.

This area is a vibrant area full of young families, single professionals, college students, med students, well, just about everything. There's approx. 2000 people within walking distance of the space, and it's just two or three minutes from Hill Crest, The Heights, and the River Market.

I can't even begin to express my excitement for the possibilities that are ahead of THECITYCHURCH. This is huge, and we hope you will continue to be a part of it. In fact, if you've not been able to make it to church for a while or maybe you just got out of the habit, I want to personally invite you back. Come be a part of something bigger and more life changing than anything we could have ever imagined. It will take all of us, and I don't want anyone to miss it.

We're still meeting in our current location for another few weeks, and we'll be sending out and posting updates as we get them. For more real time updates, be sure to follow me on facebook and twitter. The links are below. Thanks again for being involved in THECITYCHURCH. The sky is not the limit for THECITYCHURCH, there is no limit.

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TUESDAY DUMP::NOV. 11

2009-11-10T14:35:00.000-08:00

Had a big creative team meeting to plan for our Christmas series. Most people will go to church around the Christmas season, so we're trying to make this a series of very memorable experiences. This will be the time to bring someone with you. Series begins Nov. 22.
Helped Ashley's parents move this weekend. I'm not really built for moving things around, but we had a lot of fun. Big house with lots of hardwood floors=lots of sock skating and one busted lip.
Had a really good sunday at THECITYCHURCH. Back up over 100, 9 first time guests, 18 in Big City Kids, 12 in Little City Kids, raised some awareness to the orphan problem here in central arkansas.
Bought the game "Gassy Gus." He eats until he farts. Kids love it.
We got Friday the dog "fixed." He seems to be having lots of questions about life now.
My Pathfinder is still at the shop. Transmission is out. Those are really cheap. I may just get an extra one and let the kids play with it out back.
Spending a couple of days at the Dirt Conference. It's a church media conference. Lots of church nerds around ie. Tyler Tarver and Kyle Agee.
Go out this week and open you a twitter account (it's free) and follow me for daily updates on THECITYCHURCH, life, the kids, local eateries, book reviews, book reviewer reviews, table top tennis, tropical fish, and Ghost Hunters.

BEEN A WHILE

2009-11-03T12:17:00.000-08:00

Wow, it's been quite a while since I've been on here, and so much has happened. I'll try to give you the highlights:

spent 9 days in Thailand getting little Reese. everything went really smoothly. Not much on the food, but thank the Lord for global chain restaurants.
took Reese about 2 days to begin to figure out that she was stuck with us. she's done incredibly well with everything. relationships, food, sleep. we have been so surprised at how quickly she has adapted.
met at the airport by so many of our friends and family. reese is so blessed to have such amazing people pulling for her.
jet lag is something special. wow. it took an entire week for me to get my days and nights straight. i'm talking falling asleep in public, on the toilet, you name it, it happened.
really missed thecitychurch while we were gone. everyone did such an amazing job while we were away, especially little josh inmon, our choir director. he took care of so many things.
i've set a little goal of having 200 people at thecitychurch before the end of the year. that's lofty buy doable. how? well, if all of our regular attenders were there together, it would put us between 125-140. and if just a percentage of those brought someone with them, bingo. 200. easy, right?
baptism experience on nov. 15. need to be baptized? let me know.
christmas series begins on nov. 22. wear your favorite christmas sweater.
my life could not be better. thanks for all who make it that way.

MONDAY DUMP::OCTOBER 12

2009-10-12T07:35:00.000-07:00

Almost too much to post this week.
Spent a few days in Atlanta at Catalyst. It's a leadership conference that sets the standard for all conferences. Tony Dungy, Dave Ramsey, Andy Stanley, Rob Bell, and on and on and on. We took a group of 8 from THECITYCHURCH, so we hope the impact of this conference will be long lasting!
In reference to the above trip, way too much time with 5 guys in one hotel room.
Getting ready for our trip this week to Thailand. Her bags are packed but ours aren't. Lots of little things to do this week. Can't really explain what I'm feeling this week. Too many emotions. Exited, nervous, honored, blessed, happy, gassy. All of these things at the same time.
We'll keep this blog updated on our trip as much as we can. Not really sure how much access we'll have. We'll do our best. We'll do our best.
Everyone's invited to the airport on Sat. Oct. 24 at 7 in the pm. Bring balloons and some cake. I think Reese likes cake.
Patiently awaiting some potential huge news for THECITYCHURCH. That's all your getting on that one.
My truck is broke. Working from home this week, so if you're in the area, stop on in.

MONDAY DUMP::OCTOBER 5

2009-10-05T13:49:00.000-07:00

Spent a lot of the week getting things together for the trip to Thailand.
Continued to get money and encouragement for the trip.
Had another great week of city groups. This is my first time in a small group in a long time, and it's been so helpful.
We had a little cookout over at one our church member's house. Way too much food, and way too many laughs. Thanks Carl and Stacey.
Razorbacks dominated.
One of the better mornings ever at THECITYCHURCH. Why? Not really sure. Just really good morning. New people everywhere.
Had a baby shower for Reese. Got lots of really cool stuff. Thanks to everyone for everything. We've really felt loved over the last few weeks by our new church family.
Leaving on Wed. to Atlanta for a leadership conference called Catalyst. There's several of us from the church going. This will be mine and Ashley's 5th year to go to this conference. Really good things happen each year. It was at Catalyst that God really began to give us clarity on adoption. Thanks to the church for allowing and making it possible for me to attend again. I'll be posting lots of stuff on my twitter page and facebook as well. We'll be back on Saturday, then it's off to Thailand next Thursday!

MONDAY DUMP::AUGUST 28

2009-09-28T19:07:00.000-07:00

Busy week
Spoke at a See You at the Pole Rally in Conway, AR. Great time. Lots of teenagers. Saw a few friends from high school. Go Panthers.
Finally got confirmation on traveling to Thailand to get Reese. Lots of details to take care of before Oct. 15. Be back on Oct. 24.
Set up a fund raising campaign on my Facebook page to raise the money for the tickets. Unbelievable response so far.
Traveled to Temple, Tx this weekend. Spoke at Temple Bible Church at their Connect Weekend for their teenagers. Lots of fun. I worked with three of the guys on staff while I was living in Dallas. Really good to catch up. Long drive, though.
Josh spoke at THECITYCHURCH yesterday. From what I've heard, he did a great job. I'm pretty blessed to be able to have guys around me that can really bring it when I'm gone.
First full week of city groups came and went. Awesome participation. Almost 70% of our adults were in a group!
If you aren't on Twitter, you need to be. Once you are, you need to follow me. Please.

SOMETHING FOR ALL THE BOYS!!!

2009-09-26T09:54:00.000-07:00

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I SUCK AT COMMUNICATING.

2009-09-21T18:27:00.000-07:00

Not from the stage. In fact, I rather enjoy that and believe that's one of my main gifts/talents/skills. It's small communication that alludes me. Weekly email updates, updating my blog, meeting reminders, etc. So, this is what I'll be working on over the next few weeks. I am committing to at least two blog posts each week, a weekly email to THECITYCHURCH's email list, and a weekly email to the church's leadership team. Why am I blogging about this? Accountability. I figure if I tell a few hundred people, maybe I'll feel a little more urgency to follow through. That's all for now.

REESE UPDATE AND THE WHAT NOT

2009-09-18T16:36:00.000-07:00

GO HOGS!

2009-09-08T19:51:00.000-07:00

So we went to the Razorback game last weekend, and I had a couple of thoughts I'd like to share. I've noticed these things before, but I thought it's a great time to share. Being it's the beginning of football season and all.

We will show up hours early and sit through a rain storm to watch a game.
It is totally acceptable to stand up and scream.
We will drop serious cash. The cheap seats are $45 each. Add tailgating expenses, $20 parking spots, car magnets, and a new shirt every year. We're talking $$$$$.
We talk to everyone in our section like we've known them for years. We'll even high five after every big play.
After the game, we immediately begin to make plans for the next game.

Now, let's contrast that with most Sundays at church.

We show up late, if the weather's good. But not too good because then we need to get out and enjoy the great weather.
We only stand up when we're asked, and there's no way in the world we'd let out a shout.
We throw a ten spot in the offering plate and grumble about how the church wants all of our hard earned money.
We awkwardly shake hands with those around us only after we're instructed to from the stage.
After the service, we check it off of our list of things to do and make plans to attend at the next major holiday. Unless of course the weather's great.

Go Hogs. Right?

SUNDAY DUMP::LABOR DAY

2009-09-07T19:30:00.000-07:00

Celebrated both mine and Ashley's birthdays this week. Celebrated is a loose term. In fact, these were probably the most uneventful birthdays ever. No big deal though.
Went to the Razorback game. Have lots of thoughts about that. Maybe I'll post them later this week. People are crazy about football. Is it the alcohol? Or do they really like football that much?
Finished up our "One Anuther" series.
Getting ready for the launch of our City Groups next week. We've got four groups meeting this first semester, and they'll go through the middle of November. Here are the groups/locations/times
We're having a pep rally for our City Groups Sunday. Think crazy state championship pep rally. Lots of fun this next Sunday.
We hope to get our travel date this week to be able to go get Reese. We're hoping for mid-October!

SUNDAY DUMP::AUG 30

2009-08-30T20:03:00.000-07:00

Still working on city groups. We've got our leaders, locations and times. These will be announced this next Sunday. These small groups are going to change everything.
Had a meeting cancelled. It was a meeting with a large church here in Little Rock. This church is very interested in partnering with us. No worry though. The meeting is rescheduled for a couple of weeks from now.
That meeting being cancelled led to another appointment. We're starting to look at what the next chapter is for THECITYCHURCH. We've still got a little bit of growing to do both numerically and financially before the next chapter begins, but we're getting closer. Details later.
Wrote some safety policies this week. Being downtown, we need to be ready for anything.
Great day today. Tough topic--forgiveness. Lots of response.
Mine and Ashley's birthdays are this week. Happy Birthday to us.

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2009-08-25T20:00:00.001-07:00

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SUNDAY DUMP::AUG 23

2009-08-24T09:02:00.000-07:00

Hud started 1st grade. "We're mainly doin kindergarten stuff right now."
Finished up redecorating our living room. Really modern and calm.
Decided to change Reese's name to Ramona. Just kidding.
If there are any Romona's reading this, it's a beautiful name, just not for us.
The Wii broke. There went my built in baby sitter.
Shot a video this week with a bear. Found out that Tyler Tarver is a creative genius.
Super good time was had sunday at THECITYCHURCH. Many new faces and lots of laughs.
Great meeting with city group leaders. Those will begin the week of sept. 13. We'll be posting leaders/times/places by the end of the week.

SUNDAY DUMP::AUG 16

2009-08-17T10:47:00.000-07:00

Worked quite a bit on our small group stuff this week. Our first session will begin on September 13 and go for 9 weeks. Lots to do before that date.
Got to speak at Marshall Road Baptist Church this week. Great little church.
Spent a few days in El Dorado with Ashley's family. They're in the process of buying a home, so we spent a lot of time looking at houses. Fun times for the boys.
Started a new series this week. ONE ANUTHER. We're talking about what living life together looks like. Had probably one of the most ridiculous skits in the history of the church. Not just our church, but church in general. Straight up stupid funny. Free oranges, too!
Got Reese's room painted. Now all we need is Reese. Just a couple of more months.
Thinking about updating our kitchen floors. The fake green marble has run its course. Suggestions?
School starts back this week. That's either a blessing or a curse. Depends on whether you are a parent or a teacher!

SUNDAY DUMP::AUG 9

2009-08-10T10:55:00.000-07:00

Ok, so last week was sick week, so didn't blog. Let's get up to speed shall we?

Had our first baptism experience on Aug 2. Awesome. My oldest son and five others were baptized out in the fountain in front of our building. What a site. Super fun day for everyone.
Tuesday-Friday--sick. achey. coughing. sleep. shark week.
This week we had our first communion experience. it was a very focused and intentional time of reflection of who Jesus is and what He has done for us. Heard some really great comments about the service. Want to thank our band for putting the service together while I was sick. Great job everyone.
This week I'm working through our small group stuff. We're starting those the week of Sept. 13, so I'm playing catch up from being out last week.
Start a new series this week called "oneanuther" Life was meant to be lived with others, but what "should" that really look like. Find out the next four weeks.

SUNDAY DUMP::JULY 26

2009-07-26T13:21:00.000-07:00

Got to hang out with Matt Overall and his family one afternoon this week. Matt was one of my first youth workers 10 years ago in Bryant. He was a banker at the time, but has spent the last several years in student ministry. Good kid.
Ashley and I began the process of turning our boys' playroom into Reese's room. How many toys do two boys need? Well, some of those are now no longer with us. Bought lots of totes and bins and finally got the room ready to girlify.
Ashley and I got away for two days this week to celebrate our 10th Anniversary. I cannot imagine where I would be without her. Being in ministry is tough at times, but having an understanding and supportive spouse is such a blessing. Thank you Ashley for saying yes.
THECITYCHURCH had our second CHANGEAPALOOZA today. About 70 of us delivered all kinds of cleaning supplies over to the Union Rescue Mission. It was quite eye opening. That place does so much good in the middle of so much bad. Aaron Reddin is the man. This guy takes care of so many things down there. It was a little troubling to see a place that does so much good operating on so little. We hope to be able to continue to partner with those guys and bring some hope to the hopeless.
Today is Reese's 1st Birthday. We're having a little party this afternoon, but it's kind of sad that she's not here with us yet. Won't be long though. We're hoping to travel in October or November.

Prayer Requests:

Clear direction for the future of THECITYCHURCH

Reese

SUNDAY DUMP::JULY 19

2009-07-19T20:25:00.000-07:00

Took a couple of days off this week and took the fam to Great Wolf Lodge in Dallas. This place is sick. Indoor water park/hotel/arcade/outdoor water park/spa/etc. I was greatly impressed, and the kids were were overwhelmed. It was good to spend some time with just us. Highly recommend the place.
Visited IKEA on our way home. Listen, if you've never been to an IKEA you should stop reading this blog and go immediately. The closest one is right outside of Dallas, and you could be there in about 5 hours from my house. This place is a furniture store/restaurant/kid's play place etc. It's about the size of say 5 Walmart Super Centers (without tube top and sweat pant wearing moms beating their kids). IKEA.COM
Finished up our series called "I Became a Christian and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt." It was based on a book by the same name by a guy named Vince Antonucci. Seriously, the funniest book ever--if you don't count the Jack Handy books. Those were super funny. Used to read those in college and laugh out loud during class. Anyway, the series was great.
Next Sunday is our next CHANGEAPALOOZA. We're meeting at the church at 10:00 and taking a ton of supplies over to the Union Rescue Mission. Here's what we're looking to collect on that day: bleach, pine sol, laundry soap, toilet paper, socks and men's underwear. Bring all you can and go with us to bless the heck out of the rescue mission.
August 2 will be our first ever baptism experience. This will be unlike any baptisms you've ever been apart of. This is a must attend experience.
This week marks Ashley and I's 10th anniversary. 10 years. 10 freaking years. How does she do it? Best 10 years ever. My wife is quality. Ladies, seriously. This girl is the real deal.

SUNDAY DUMP::JULY 12

2009-07-12T19:44:00.000-07:00

What a week.

Life2Church from El Dorado came up this week for their 1st ever mission trip. L2C is a church that my father-in-law started a little over a year ago. We obviously have a pretty close relationship with these guys, but this week took it to another level. They brought 20 adults and teenagers to help us do a couple of projects downtown, and they killed it. One group built rock stairs leading up to the big slide at Riverfront Park. It looks amazing, the kids were using it before it was even finished. Another crew painted handrails all along the park. This looks quite awesome as well. One of the crews helped to build us a new sound/technology booth. To say this thing is big and bad is like calling Bigfoot a "tad fuzzy." It is a beast. I cannot say enough about how awesome this week was. Hanging out with another new church is so much fun. We have the same struggles, the same victories, and the same vision for reaching out to a hurting world. Thanks to everyone who helped out this week, especially Brad Newcomb for leading the work crews at Riverfront.
We went to an Arkansas Twisters game Saturday night. Couple of thoughts on that. 1) Just like Arkansas to name their team after a natural disaster. 2) Grown men should not have Arena League Football jerseys. Come on guys. This is glorified playground football. Put down your beer, and stop yelling at the refs. 3) I threw a little blue football into a can out on the field and have a pretty good shot at winning a new car next saturday. 4) If I win said car, I will probably spring for a jersey. I'll get my favorite player's. I think his name was Smith or maybe it was Jones.
Had a crazy worship experience on Sunday. The place was packed. New people, L2C people, old friends. Today was one of those days that keeps you going into the office on Monday.
Taking some time off this week to spend with the family. We're heading to Great Wolf Lodge in Dallas.
IMPORTANT DATE CHANGE: We've changed our next CHANGEAPALOOZA to Sunday, July 26 instead of July 19. We will have a regular worship experience on the 19th. Hope to see you there.
Our first Baptism Experience is coming up on August 2. This is a can't miss. Seriously.

SUNDAY DUMP::JULY 6--MONDAY EDITION

2009-07-06T11:51:00.000-07:00

Okay, I had a really bad headache last night, so I didn't get to update the blog. Let's just pretend it's still Sunday.

Had a really great meeting with the Board of Trustees for THECITYCHURCH. We talked about how far we've come in the last few months and where we plan on going over the next few months. This is a great group of guys. They have a real good grasp on what we're trying to accomplish and are a huge support.
Met with Aaron from The Union Rescue Mission. This guy is good. We talked about how THECITYCHURCH could help them out, and decided that we would format our next CHANGEAPALOOZA to meet some of their immediate needs.
Our next CHANGEAPALOOZA will be on July 19. We're doing a Clean Drive for the Rescue Mission. They are needing the following items: Bleach, Pine Sol, Toilet Paper, Laundry Soap, Underwear, and Socks. We'll be meeting at the church that morning at 10:00 to bring in and organize everything we can get, and then we'll be taking it over to the Mission. This is an enormous opportunity to help in our city, and I'm super excited!
Swam and shot some fireworks this weekend. Pretty sure my thumb print is gone.
Good sunday at THECITYCHURCH. We had lots of our people out of town but still had a great morning. Remember: Slow down this week.
Life2Church is in town this week to help us out. This is my father-in-laws church plant from El Dorado. They'll be helping us do a few projects in Riverfront Park as well as building us a new sound booth. If you have a chance this week, come out and join us.
We upgraded the lobby a little. Looks pretty cool. I've got a bit of an eye for such things. I'll design your house for a small fee! Or a large fee. I mean I guess it depends on how big your house is, right?