About a month later...

It's been almost a month since we started pastoring at the church now, and it's been quite interesting. There's so much to do and so much potential, but there are some things that have been left up in the air that they somewhat diminish any sense of stability among the people as they view their pastor. I'm almost sure questions, like, "how long is this pastor going to be here?" or "Is the old pastor coming back" arise. Despite all of this, however, there is peace in my heart, and I'm excited about the possibilities.
Right now, I'm using the midweek gathering as a basic study of what the Church is, and using our Sunday gathering as an uplifting experience that will continue to evolve into a contemporary, life-changing experience.

Another thing, I live about an hour and twenty minutes away from where we meet. This is killing me!! There is so much more I want to do during the week, such as small groups (for outreach, discipleship, fellowship, etc.) and ministry training tracks, but the distance is an obstacle right now. I'm praying that God provides a healthy and strategic place to live in the general area.

The place where we meet right now is located where there are approximately 10+ similar churches within a mile radius. So, I'm praying that we move out of there soon and am already searching for another place. I wouldn't even mind if all the meeting space we had was for Sundays only so that way we could focus on small groups at homes, cafés, restaurants, etc.
A ver que pasa...

In addition to all of this, we're really waiting on the Lord for direction and for the Vision he wants to be cast. He gives me hints here and there and am trying to put it together. Although the vision may tarry, I won't jump the gun but wait for it. It's a-coming!! Oh yeeeah! lol

Pastoring

Well, almost 3 weeks ago, I began my time as a pastor(lead, that is)...for the first time. It's so funny how you tend to see things clearer when you're on the outside! It's kinda like all of us sports fans who see what Coach Carroll, Coach Weiss, Dusty Baker, etc. should have done, and there we find ourselves...screaming at the TV because he should've called this play or he should have taken out that pitcher or he should have brought in a pinch hitter.
It's definitely a humbling experience, and I constantly find myself seeking ways of doing ministry and being effective. The work is almost overwhelming in spite of the size of the congregation, but it's exciting and such an adventure. Gotta love it!