My heart became hot within me. As I mused, the fire burned; then I spoke with my tongue: "O Lord, make me know my end and what is the measure of my days; let me know how fleeting I am!"

21 August 2005

Sunday Hello's

It's been a while since the last Sunday afternoon post, so whilst the babes slumber, here goes.

We had our elder planning conference Friday and Saturday. We kicked it off with dinner out with the wives, which was a great time of fellowship. Then we retreated to a riverside cottage owned by the in-laws of one of the elders. Friday night we worked till 11:00 or so. After a good breakfast, we got going Saturday around 9 and finally quit around 6. It was much longer than usual, but some great, great discussions were had. The main focus of the time was on church planting, gathering our thoughts about daughtering a work somewhere nearby. More on this later...

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Short book review - I recently read Bringer of Storms, the second in the "binding of the blade" series by L. B. Graham. I reviewed the first one here. So, um, there's not much I can say that will be helpful if you haven't read the first one. I can say the book was good, probably better than the first, despite the embarassing cover art (seriously, I couldn't take it in public without a brown paper bag cover like we used to put over our science books). It's good to read decent Christian fiction. I don't think I can make a hobby out of it, but I'm sure I'll keep up with this series.

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Our students are back. It's good to have the college students back for the school year. They bring something to church that I can't always put my finger on; more than youth, they bring some vitality and excitement and opportunities for ministry. If you haven't checked out the website of our college ministry, it's on the right side of this page (purdueCORPS). We have a solid group of freshmen coming in and some of the students have moved, which always changes ministry. It's going to be great fun figuring out how best to disciple young believers and evangelize the lost this year. If your prayer list isn't too long, put us on it.

4 comments:

Unknown said...

thanks for the book mention. maybe I will check that series out.

Anonymous said...

I'm impressed with your site Jared. It's great to see a pastor embracing new venues.

Kim said...

Dear Pastor,
Thanks for your welcome back to the college students. My son is a new freshman and was very much impressed with your services. (I had your blog site from another student who attends your church.)

I had sent him a list of things to consider as he searched for a church home and yours seemed to fit the bill right off the bat, although for some he will have to wait a while to see. It helps us knowing a number of other students who have attended as well, along with their parents when they visited the school.

The question you asked of the congregation (or was it the Sunday School class?) on Sunday was the same I had just asked my son, and other young people with whom I speak.

Thank you for encouraging these young men and women to be strong in their commitment to their faith and to Serve God as He calls them.
Blessings, Kim

Jared said...

Joe, thanks for visiting!

Kim - thanks too for your note. It's as much a blessing to minister to college students as it is a responsibility. We're glad God has put us where He has and given us the opportunity to shepherd some students through this important period in their life. If there's anything we can do for your son, please don't hesitate to contact me - you can find the contact info on the church's website (www.reformedlafayette.com)