Wednesday, October 15, 2008

What to write about...

I wish I was one of those people who could write about every little thing that went on in their lives, but so far I haven't become one. I'm not even sure if anyone cares what my daily happenings are, but I enjoy reading about theirs. I guess I could give you details about what's going on with our church plant progress and ask for your prayers for it. Okay, that's what I'll do.
We had our first official church plant meeting last Friday night and it was a success. I made lasagna, fettuchine alfredo and even bought a pizza (I thought I wasn't going to have enough). Maybe that's why people came? Who knows, but the fellowship was great and I think everyone got along with each other nicely. Kourtney shared about the calling on his life to be a pastor and the journey that we've taken to get to where we are. We gave everyone some facts about Indy and a few ideas we have about setting up shop. We even had our very own videographer so that we could share the meeting with those in Indiana who weren't able to come and so that in a few years we can look back and see how the Lord has moved. We had a time for questions and answers for people who are considering moving, but need some more info. There are about 10-12 people who are praying about joining us, so if you remember, lift them up in prayer that the Lord would give them clear direction if they are to go or stay. One thing we've been addimant about is if the Lord has called you to come, then come, but if you don't have a peace about it, don't. We tell everyone, you are going to miserable if you're not called and so are we! We just want people to know that there's no pressure, but we'd LOVE to see the Lord bring some people out with us!
Right now we are in the process of becoming a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. It seems like it might be a lengthy process and lots of legal mumbo jumbo. We also have to form a board to oversee our church. We are in the process of becoming a Calvary Chapel affliate. We have to submit all kinds of intentions and information to our regional pastor to begin the process.
Anothing thing we are working on is a big crusade or festival to kick things off this Spring. Calvary ABQ has agreed to bring out half of the School of Ministry students (about 20 people) to help us prepare for this. They will come out at the end of May and help us get the word out about the crusade. This will be around the time we officially start meeting as a church. We are hoping to get a great band and have an evangelist/pastor come and share.

Specific Prayer Requests:
-Diligence in getting all of the legalities squared away (and understanding!)
-the people who are praying about coming would have clear direction from the Lord
-for the hearts of the people who we will minister to
-for revival in Indianapolis
-that Kourtney would grow in his gifts and callings as the Pastor and that he would not take his eyes of Jesus during this crazy process!

Thank you!

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

This is exciting! We are praying for it all! Love you guys!

Kristen McG said...

So exciting!! I will continue praying for you guys- it's awesome to see how the Lord is working!!
Where will you guys be in Indy?

Faith Zahn said...

We are praying about Broad Ripple and the Zionsville area! Possibly both!