Serving: Our Core Value

You’ll see several pictures of our 2nd Year Interns serving one of our local hi schools. Part of what ministry is all about is serving. The interns did some light cosmetic improvement to the local field by painting the wall of seating and painting the school mascot in a prominent space for school spirit. It’s serving in ways that meet OTHER”S needs that paves the way for the gospel to be spread. Paul said we would be known by our good deeds. I want to encourage you to open your eyes and see the possibilities around you to serve someone, then just do it expecting nothing in return.

When a storm is brewing, what now?

I’m sitting here like everyone else and I’m paying attention to the fact that there is a storm in the making that might be headed our way. So many decisions to make, and so little definitive info to base our decisions on. Where is the storm? Where is it going? Where should I go? Where should I put things? Where are the candles, the flashlight, the generator? In Luke 8:25, Jesus asked His disciples, “Where is your faith?”. I think in all of our planning and thinking the first thing we need to make sure we locate is our faith. That’s what Jesus asked the disciples after the storm. Remind yourself where your faith is and then make your plans accordingly.

Intern Camp

Sunday afternoon marked the beginning of this year’s intern class session. The interns went to Tickfaw State Park for 2 and ½ days of sessions designed to prepare them for the journey they are beginning. They are a great group and I had the privilege of going on Tuesday and speaking into their lives. I had a great time, and I think they did also. Internship has been a huge tool in developing young ministry people for us at HOF. First year interns are taught by Rob Mooney, with second year interns taught by Wade Moran. They are going to play an integral role in the ministry as well as gain valuable hands on training in being the church. We see this as the mission of our church to help train up the next generation of leaders that God will use to see the church vibrant and relevant into the years to come.

ACHS is open

Well, here we go. ACHS opened on schedule this morning and after a few minutes of meeting and greeting the new school and school year were kicked off with a chapel service. We put together a worship band of staff people and P. Wade spoke to the school body, faculty, and parents about not being the same “old” person in a new surrounding. It was about how God “re-news” us. It was a powerful time and great ministry as already God has begun to work in the hearts of the students. I thought it was a fitting first event that will set the atmosphere of ACHS. What a great opportunity we have to teach the next generation of leaders. The school looks great, the faculty is fired up, and I’m personally pumped. We still have another 4-6 weeks until the gym is finished and the rest of the facility but I can’t wait for you to see it, it’s fine.

The Work is Progressing

Thanks to all who have shown up to help at ACHS, our new high school facility we call the North Campus. Early Monday morning after my plea for help on Sunday an army of HOF soldier ants descended on the school and what has transpired has been miraculous. It’s truly is amazing what can be accomplished when a group of people decide to live for something larger than themselves. Monday morning the facility was truly a shambles because of all the trades that were working in the building. After Monday, it really looks like a first class facility. Each day God has the right people show up and they knock out task after task that needs to be completed by opening day which is Tomorrow. This week alone we have passed Fire Marshall and Parish inspections which give us our occupancy for the building. The gymnasium will still be 4-6 weeks in the making but when it’s done, it’s going to be incredible. I’m pumped because we’ll have another option when it comes to facilities to host and serve the needs of people. Thanks again for being faithful.

Many Hands Make Light Work

Proverbs says that many hands make the work light, and we definitely had many hands yesterday at the N. Campus ACHS cleanup. We got so much done and I can’t thank enough all who gave of their time and energy. Things are progressing and we need favor from some contractors and some inspectors so agree with us. The place is looking great but we have much to do. Please call the office is you think you might have some time to help out so we can let you know the needs. If you have any cleaning supplies feel free to bring them. It coming together and the best is yet to come.