Yesterday James and I went to visit the Fire Department (our second location) when we knew no one would be there (they have seniors and bingo players there regularly).  This was important to really look at the space we are about to inhabit, to sit in the chairs as we believe they will be set up, and to get comfortable there.  I love the bingo board and the fire department displays.  I love that we can portion of the room initially, but that we have plenty of room to grow.  I love being in that space.  Pictures are up on our website, http://saintjames.shutterfly.com.

Last night the leadership team met and we discussed where we were in terms of the teams we believe we need to have there.  We have so many people who are willing to be at both churches for a time or who feel called to be at a church in that area.  It’s so wonderful to see how God has called these people and that He is going to use us as a team to welcome others.

We talked about advertising and equipment, times and details.  At everypoint in this process, when push comes to shove, God has brought the details together in His perfect timing.  We have a week to finalize our mailer and we just have to have faith that we chose the right theme to draw people out in that area (will be posted on the website soon) and that He will give us the words to share with people about who we are.

Every time I see him, James gives an update on how many days to seconds we have until we open.  I tell him to stop because it is like Christmas to us.  I am so excited and nervous all at once to see what God has in store for us.  It certainly has been an interesting ride and I know it will continue to be so.