I just graduated last week didn’t I? Man time flies.

Had a great time last night celebrating the new year. Glad there are no photos of me on the dance floor…though I did surprise a few people with my groove…anyway.

Here is how I see oh eight @ New Hope (short list):

• Spiritually Growing Church With Many Becoming/Growing as Christ-Followers
• Connection Points with our Church Community
• Connection Points with our Community Outside the Walls
• New Campus in Ashland
• New Work in Asia
• New Growth @ the Wooster Campus
• Continued Growth @ the Loudonville Campus
• New Staff/Direction/Incoming Vision
• More Love for One Another and the World at Large–We Will Make an Impact
• Stronger Core of Spiritual Living/Growth/Disciplines
• Staying Uncomfortable
• Way Too Much Fun, Creativity, and Impact as we Live Out the Mission

I am more excited for oh eight than I ever have been. As you know, with eternities on the line, and people who need a touch from the Savior here and around the world…we must not sit back and get comfortable. As we keep working toward our mission…we will through Christ become an unstoppable force. r u in?

blessings and peace.