So we pulled off another Sunday without any major problems. At the foundation of what we does is a loving God who makes it all possible. I mean, there’s no way such a small team of people should be able to do what we do every week at Imagine. The leaders God has assembled are truly amazing. From those in charge of hospitality, kids and greeting to the strong guys who unload and load the trailer every week, it’s a team effort. Here are some thoughts from today…
- We were worried about heavy rain during set up, turns out that wasn’t a problem.
- I think I’ve said this before but I really enjoy getting up early to get the trailer.
- There was lots of help this morning to unload. That always makes things go more smoothly.
- Cast Away is on right now. I would have died on that island.
- There was a Ryan Stockton (Did I spell that right?) sighting. So glad he’s back. That guy worked hard today and got a lot done.
- Israel was not there today. He’s in Houston helping get the HEB stores back on their feet. Stay safe buddy. Get back here soon.
- Lots of problems with the lights but it always gets done in the end. We’ve got some good guys working in that area and they know how to get it done.
- I watched very little football today and that is not a good thing. Cowboys v. Eagles tomorrow! It wont be a good week if the boys lose.
- Over the last week, we’ve signed up like 10 people on twitter. Twitter is such a good way to get connected. Latest additions include: mjimison, misterlos11, perezr07.
- I don’t think we’ve figured out how to really show people how fantastic twitter is for hooking up with other folks at Imagine. I need to work on that this week.
- So Kev and I shot some video with Brent. He did his magic and we showed our first series promo video during service. I think it was a big hit. We got some laughs and that’s always good. You can check it out on this blog or here.
- I heard through the grape vine that Jennifer and Heather rode to church together. That’s just cool.
- Oh nothing, just that MY WIFE AND I ARE EXPECTING A BABY!!!
- Scary clouds while we were loading up the trailer. We got the tarp on right before it started raining. Glad we got to use that tarp. One more thing we’re prepared for.
- Ralf almost killed himself on the way to the storage place with the trailer. Trailer got a little squirly in the rain. Glad he’s ok, we need that guy on guitar.
- The band rocked. If you’d like a list of songs the band does on Sundays, email ralf@imaginefellowship.org and he’ll hook you up.
- The folks in kids are amazing. So glad they want to serve and make imaginekids great. After service I went in there to check ‘em out and I heard a kid say to her mom, “I had so much fun!” I love it!
- Some idiot cut me off at 6AM this morning. I’m pulling a trailer and this guy is just blind or something. And right before I tell him that he’s number 1, there’s a moment of pause, self control and… I figured he wouldn’t see the international gesture for “you’re a jerk” because it was too dark. God’s always trying to teach me something, today’s lesson: Grow up Ralpho, don’t throw the finger when someone cuts you off.
- We had one of our biggest Sundays not including the grand opening. Imagine is seeing steady growth which is the best kind. It’s just a matter of time before it blows up!
- My hands are just filthy gross by the time I drive away from the palladium.
- Over the weekend, I was following a bunch of people on twitter who were from Galveston and Houston. Scary stuff!
- I feel good about this coming week. There’s a ton to do and we’ve got so many crazy fun ideas for the next series.
- I’m pooped! Night everyone.
~ ralph perez, leader’s pastor
