To Infinity ... And Beyond!

If you're not raising children yourself or at least spending time with grandchildren, nephews, nieces or someone else's offspring, you may not recognize the rallying call of Buzz Lightyear in the title to these meandering thoughts.

Having three grandchildren, two of whom are the male of the species and very vulnerable to the questionable skills of the marketers of superhero paraphernalia, I know Buzz well. We're actually on first-name terms.

I like this cartoon character's approach to his mission. It reminds me of the statements the Bible makes over and over again when it says things like With God nothing will be impossible and God is able to do more than we could ever ask or think.

Our potential is far greater than we realize - while we are on God's side and remain committed to his plans.

All this to say I'm pumped about 2006 and more so since we just finished a whole day pastoral team planning meeting.

We're looking for numerical and spiritual increase this year - growth and maturity, which is totally in line with our mission statement that we exist To seek and save the lost, inspiring them to become fully functioning folowers of Jesus.

How will all that happen? - sorry folks, you have to be there for the Dangerous Church series on Sundays January 8th and 15th. If you really want to get on board for this new year, you definitely dohaveto be there!