Transition Has Begun

I have been on the road for a few days now, having been to the Presbyterian Center in Louisville -- wow!  The artwork and the building are pretty magnificent.  Got to visit a few people I know on staff.  The organization is downsizing because of the lack of funds.  I also have visited a couple of churches in Louisville, and was impressed by some things, and in others -- well, I am beginning to see that some of the things we are doing are not only good, but more than what other churches our size are doing.

I have finally made it to Chicago just in time to meet with a junior high youth leader of one church I will visit with again tomorrow.  She was only available today, so  I wanted to be sure to stop and talk with her.  She took me to a great coffeehouse (O.K., Starbucks!) We spent about two hours talking about the church's ministry with junior high youth.  Great ideas, as well as sharing what we do back in Greeneville.

Now, I'm looking forward to some supper and a relaxing bed!  It was a long trip from Louisville as well as the hot weather.

Tomorrow has two churches to visit, plus some time devoted to some exercise -- getting to walk a few miles in before it gets too warm.

God is sure blessed us as a church -- I am so proud about what we accomplish together,  You don't realize it until you are away from it.  I m beginning to see that.  Take care, my friends.

Alan