The holidays are over, the lights and decorations are packed away, family gatherings are a thing of the past, and the New Years resolutions have began (and some may have ended already). For me 2010 brings on new stages in life and new challenges. Many of you have asked what's going on in my life, (especially dealing with ministry) so here is a brief update.
First I wanted to say my time at CrossWalk Community Church in Napa has been awesome. A decade of my life has been spent there with the last 7 years on staff. My son has grown up at CrossWalk Church in height, weight, and size, and I have grown up there spiritually. My time there will be cherished, and I will always be thankful that I had the opportunity to serve there.
In July the economy caught up to CrossWalk and my position was eliminated. God had guided me before this happened so it was not a total surprise. The search naturally began with two places that had openings and opportunities to continue my ministry. One of those I considered was a position as a youth pastor with Santa Clara First Baptist Church. I have a heart for the people in Santa Clara as I have met so many of them throughout the years. Although my decision was not to join the team there I will continue my friendship and send my love to all of you there. I always pray for those at SCFBC and I look forward to the day God sends someone your way to fill a much needed postion.
God did guide me to Valley Church in Vacaville as the "Next Generations Minister" which basically means I minister to children and their families. Approximately two years ago God arranged many circumstances to happen in order for me to meet Jeremy White and others from Valley. This meeting happened so that I would eventually join the team at Valley and begin the new decade with new friends, new challenges, and a new stage in ministry. I am excited about this and I look forward to serving at Valley for years to come.
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