It's been a few weeks since I last posted. Sorry. Bonnie & I went on holiday for a few days down to Destin. I think Destin needs a NorthStar!
We just wrapped up "MERGE" for this month. It is awesome. If you aren't in the know, MERGE is a monthly gathering for business men and women. Actually if you have a job... or not... you're invited. We have a little Chick-fil-A, a little time of worship and then Mike shares a little bit. Mainly how to apply the Bible to your work life. We are averaging about 100 people or so.
Right now Mike is walking through the life of Moses. He's sharing how God is working in and through our adversity. I would say that it's encouraging, but then when you think about how God took 40 years (and more) to "work through Moses' adversity", it's kind of sobering. But the end result is always amazing.
I really want to encourage you to try and come for the next on on June 18th at 7:15 am. It's early but it's worth it. Invite your coworkers!
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Monday, May 5, 2008
First time guest
Hey everyone!
Below is a letter that Mike received from a family who visited NorthStar for the first time. I think it's a testimony of how great you guys are at what you do.
Here it is:
Dear Pastor Mike Linch,
My family and I visited Northstar last Sunday. We parked, and didn't know which building to go in, so we followed the members into a building. My husband mentioned on the way in that no one (the families and teenagers) we "saw" going in were caring a Bible. So my heart sunk a little and I wondered what we were in for. lol. The greeters at the door smiled and welcomed us in Then once inside we were surprised to see a small dark room with chairs and a band (at this point, we had no idea that we were in the "overflow room"). I have to admit I was a little scared, literally. The band started playing. They were excellent! Great songs, very Biblical. I wasn't worried as much anymore. Then all the sudden there you were on the screen. My daughter and I were looking around trying to find you. We thought maybe this is the introduction part and then the Pastor was going to come out. Once we realized you weren't, then we pondered wether or not it was recorded earlier and this service was just a tape of it. We finally settled in and really enjoyed your sermon! We had been driving a long distance to hear Johnny Hunt and my teenage son and daughter love him so we were afraid we weren't going to find someone with as much passion for the Lord or who was as biblically sound anywhere else closer where my children could be involved. Well, we have! We all loved the sermon! It was just what we needed. Also, my husband said this week, "I can't wait to go back to Church this Sunday!" :-)
I wanted to share our experience with you so that you would see how first time visitors could feel a little uneasy if they do not know where they are.
I know God is going to do great things through you, your staff and your church! We are looking forward to hearing you "in person" this Sunday! lol! :-)
Below is a letter that Mike received from a family who visited NorthStar for the first time. I think it's a testimony of how great you guys are at what you do.
Here it is:
Dear Pastor Mike Linch,
My family and I visited Northstar last Sunday. We parked, and didn't know which building to go in, so we followed the members into a building. My husband mentioned on the way in that no one (the families and teenagers) we "saw" going in were caring a Bible. So my heart sunk a little and I wondered what we were in for. lol. The greeters at the door smiled and welcomed us in Then once inside we were surprised to see a small dark room with chairs and a band (at this point, we had no idea that we were in the "overflow room"). I have to admit I was a little scared, literally. The band started playing. They were excellent! Great songs, very Biblical. I wasn't worried as much anymore. Then all the sudden there you were on the screen. My daughter and I were looking around trying to find you. We thought maybe this is the introduction part and then the Pastor was going to come out. Once we realized you weren't, then we pondered wether or not it was recorded earlier and this service was just a tape of it. We finally settled in and really enjoyed your sermon! We had been driving a long distance to hear Johnny Hunt and my teenage son and daughter love him so we were afraid we weren't going to find someone with as much passion for the Lord or who was as biblically sound anywhere else closer where my children could be involved. Well, we have! We all loved the sermon! It was just what we needed. Also, my husband said this week, "I can't wait to go back to Church this Sunday!" :-)
I wanted to share our experience with you so that you would see how first time visitors could feel a little uneasy if they do not know where they are.
I know God is going to do great things through you, your staff and your church! We are looking forward to hearing you "in person" this Sunday! lol! :-)
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Worship Ministry Play Day!
What a fun morning! I just wanted to say what a great group of people we have the privilege of serving with. Thank you guys for being so amazing. We had such a great time bowling at US Play today even though I am unbelievably TERRIBLE!!! Kudos to the Hendrix's who rocked the lanes and didn't make too much fun of me. If you were unable to make it, what a great time you missed. I hope you'll make sure to join us for the summer cookout. More details later. Anyway... Daniel & I love all you guys so much!
God bless, Bonnie
God bless, Bonnie
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