On Thursday, June 27, the Jeep will be loaded to the limit, the luggage carrier will be mounted, a full tank of gas purchased, the cocker spaniel handed off to a friend, and an excited pastor, his exhausted school-teacher wife, and one 17-year old who hates long road trips will head out for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure!
Thank you, Crossroads, for granting my wish for a sabbatical -- a time of rest, reconnecting with family, learning from individuals and creative churches, and spiritual renewal. Over a period of 6 weeks, we'll drive around 4,000 miles, visit 6 or 7 different churches, eat lots of great Texas cooking, get to play again with our new grandson, see places we've never seen, and no doubt have plenty of surprises that couldn't have been anticipated.
My desire is to return in August, revitalized -- physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I want to return with a fresh vision from God about our ministry. My desire is for this summer to be a summer of growth for Crossroads, as well. You'll hear fresh words from fresh voices you're not used to hearing. I pray you will be renewed and that when we return, there will be so many new people that I'll be asking you who people are!
Pray for Kevin Davidson, Chad Hall, Dan Deaton, and Chris Pearson, who will all be bringing Sunday messages. Pray for Chris and Autumn and our Elders -- Jim Burgin, Randy Currin, and Kevin Gregory -- as they serve you and minister this summer. Pray for Bob Gray and the great members of our worship team who will be leading great music in all the services. Pray for the many people who are moving to new communities this summer and pray for the people who are moving into our communities -- those who need Christ and need a church.
Pray for our safety as we drive and travel this summer. I'm praying for you.
Check back often -- we'll keep you updated with posts and with pictures.
I love you!
Ken
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