Just over two weeks ago we loaded up all of our "stuff" in a U-haul and headed north to our new church/home. We have had busy weeks of settling in and adjusting to life here. It is been simply wonderful to begin to feel at home and see things come together.
The amazing Nikky came to help for a few days. Sadly, her entire time here was spent scraping off, steaming off, peeling off, highly toxic chemicaling off (yes I made up the word and yes that is the reason for the masks and gloves), and praying off the wallpaper in our kitchen. It is FINALLY off, but it seemed never ending at the time. I am very excited to post some "after" photos for you in a few weeks. We are still in the middle of painting and we still have our furniture at the townhouse so some day I will post photos... consider this your preview!
The BIG WEEKEND!!!
Last weekend was one of the most significant in our lives. Brandon was installed as the Sr. Pastor of our new church. Brandon's parents stayed with us from Thursday until Monday while mine stayed from Saturday until Monday. We had a wonderful time together as a family exploring the community and creating memories. The highlight of the weekend was Sunday! The service was filled with touching speakers and beautiful prayers. There was not a dry eye among our family or most of the church. Brandon received a shepherd staff from the district and a baton from the former pastor. Each part of the service with special and humbling. The music with perfect and I believe God was greatly glorified. At the end of the service they commissioned Brandon and the whole church gave him a standing ovation. As a wife, it is amazing to hear others talk about how wonderful your husband is. The things they said were all things I knew, but to hear them said publicly was awesome and humbling! I kept thinking, "Who am I to get to be married to this man?!?"
We had dear friends join us for the event from many life stages. We had a BBQ after the service at our home and enjoyed tasty food and fellowship.
I still have to keep pinching myself to believe it is real, but I know that it is, and I know God has BIG plans!!!
Lord, we surrender this time of transition to you! May you receive all praise and Glory! Amen
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