First day back at Church for three months.

While I was back in the office this week, this Sunday will be the first Sunday back for me for three months. That is after about 18 years when the most I had ever taken off was two Sundays in a row.

We visited many churches over the time we were away, and enjoyed them all. But I have to say that I missed ‘my’ church. The people, the vibe, the music…the good humour and the love. It is a great Church…a great mob of people trying to serve God and their community.

Can’t wait to be back, bringing a message from 1 Timothy on leadership and the Church.

My friend and mentor John Finkelde preached a great message at Inglewood on Sunday.

Of course I was not there to hear it, but did download it and listen when I was walking up and down some lovely Tasmanian slopes…on the way to the bakery.

John is a engaging, humorous and thoughtful preacher. I was challenged and enjoyed listening to this message.

You can listen here

Life with John Finkelde

Fridays in the office at Inglewood Church are normally a hive of activity.

I have just finished Toddler Jam, done some banking and other administration.

The staff are getting things ready for Sunday….media, practice, music.

Youth Pastor getting things ready for youth group tonight, the new childrens guy working on activities. Associate and present Childrens Pastor working on music for Kids Band tonight…

Lots of noise, laughter and passion…as we all work on similar goals.

What a great Church and a great bunch. We have come a long way…and have a long way to go. Buildings to build, land to buy. Grants to get. Money to be raised. But who would want it any other way? Who would want a church without challenge, risk and big stakes? Not me. Who would want things easy? Not me. Because easy is boring. Easy means you are not trying.

But it is time for a rest. 3 months ought to do it.