First - One more show this Thursday at 7:00. White House Civic Center
So...I took the family to see SPAMALOT performed by the kids at White House Christian Academy last night. I had not seen Spamalot on the stage, but Cinda and I suspected that it was a musical adaptation of Monty Python's The Search For The Holy Grail. We were right, and it was great!
Could kids pull this off? Cinda had taken Eve to see Annie last year, which was excellent, so we had solid expectations. The kids at WHCA did not disappoint.
A young cast from ages 6-18 delivered a great performance, especially for kids that I suspect would not appreciate the off-center English humor that is Monty. They pulled off a great show, especially the kid that gets to pull the princess home...and she's "not quite dead yet". Then he smiles a big cheesy smile.
They start off with a young lady delivering the background monologue, which was excellent....English accent and all. And then...King Arthur rides in on his "horse"...with his trusty companion clapping two coconut halves together from the back of the hall. Engage laughter...and we're off.
From the Frech taunt to the Knight Who Say "Ni", from the three headed Knight to the witch trial, the show was full of entertainment.
I laughed out loud through the whole show...but that may be because I knew the next line for most of the cast. Big MP fan. Wonder if they'll do the Ministry of Funny Walks next....
You can see the show for as little as $5.00, and it's well worh the price. We laughed and smiled all night, and Eve quoted lines up to bedtime. She especially liked the monks and the head-smacking boards.
A must see for the family.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Monday, May 11, 2009
C3Live - Quite A Trip!
A trip indeed, and it was fantastic. I hadn't driven to Memphis since....well....maybe never by myself. But, it was an interesting drive, giving me some much needed time just to be by myself, let my thoughts run, reflect on some things...be with God a while and just talk out loud to Him. I like to do that sometimes.
You can do a lot of talking in four hours....and then four hours back.
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I met Alex Blankenship as I arrived. Alex and his family are host, and indeed the sponsor, for the monthly event called C3Live - Coffee, Live Music, and Positive Message. Turns out that Alex has been called to launch a new church in the West Memphis area and has been holding "test" services and building a launch team. His desire is so much in line with that of mine and Todd's...reach lost and unchurched, and to see people return to "church" who have left for one reason or another. An enriching, exciting atmosphere....great music....much worship.....a message that meets us where we are. Sound familiar?
I pray for their success, that God will be honored in a mighty way through their efforts, and that He will be reflected as Alex and his core group minister to their communicty.
The event was great, and everyone there was tremendous in their support and their witness. Truly a happy, joyful group.
It is my sincere hope that I can return to visit with Alex and his team. Maybe provide some guidance and some learned lessons.
You can do a lot of talking in four hours....and then four hours back.
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I met Alex Blankenship as I arrived. Alex and his family are host, and indeed the sponsor, for the monthly event called C3Live - Coffee, Live Music, and Positive Message. Turns out that Alex has been called to launch a new church in the West Memphis area and has been holding "test" services and building a launch team. His desire is so much in line with that of mine and Todd's...reach lost and unchurched, and to see people return to "church" who have left for one reason or another. An enriching, exciting atmosphere....great music....much worship.....a message that meets us where we are. Sound familiar?
I pray for their success, that God will be honored in a mighty way through their efforts, and that He will be reflected as Alex and his core group minister to their communicty.
The event was great, and everyone there was tremendous in their support and their witness. Truly a happy, joyful group.
It is my sincere hope that I can return to visit with Alex and his team. Maybe provide some guidance and some learned lessons.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
When It Rains, It Pours
When it rains, it pours. Definitely holds true for the weather in Middle TN this past week. The sun is trying ever so hard to peek through the clous, and I just aw some blue between the ever-passing grey clouds overhead.
God delivers blessings in this way, and the past week has also seen a lot of those coming down. The Youth service on Sunday was truly a blessing to me. Love to see the kids' eyes light up. I sent out a Thank You to the kids and already got a response back from one that is so excited to see things happening. She even wants to sing in the Youth praise band....when we can get that together. When it rains, it pours.
I have a gig in Arkansas this weekend and have been struggling to find more bookings. Thanks to friends and relationships, I now have the chance to share my music ministry every week in May. When it rains, it pours.
I've been a bit dry in writing for some time. You invest so much of your time and energy in booking and production and websites, that after you release a project...your reserves are sometimes tapped.
I've been praying for direction, and all of a sudden the gates have opened up. Ideas are flowing, melodies dropping. "Surround Us" is definitely on the next project. Now....have to leave myself open to His direction in pursuing the next project. When it rains, it pours.
Malachai 3:10 Bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple. If you do,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, “I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won’t have enough room to take it in! Try it! Put me to the test!
When it rains, it pours....
God delivers blessings in this way, and the past week has also seen a lot of those coming down. The Youth service on Sunday was truly a blessing to me. Love to see the kids' eyes light up. I sent out a Thank You to the kids and already got a response back from one that is so excited to see things happening. She even wants to sing in the Youth praise band....when we can get that together. When it rains, it pours.
I have a gig in Arkansas this weekend and have been struggling to find more bookings. Thanks to friends and relationships, I now have the chance to share my music ministry every week in May. When it rains, it pours.
I've been a bit dry in writing for some time. You invest so much of your time and energy in booking and production and websites, that after you release a project...your reserves are sometimes tapped.
I've been praying for direction, and all of a sudden the gates have opened up. Ideas are flowing, melodies dropping. "Surround Us" is definitely on the next project. Now....have to leave myself open to His direction in pursuing the next project. When it rains, it pours.
Malachai 3:10 Bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple. If you do,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, “I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won’t have enough room to take it in! Try it! Put me to the test!
When it rains, it pours....
Monday, May 4, 2009
Update: No News Is....Good News?
And...it continues.
Still nothing from Nortel management, as if that's surprising. As in all other events, the employees that actually hold this place together will be the last to know.
Still nothing from Nortel management, as if that's surprising. As in all other events, the employees that actually hold this place together will be the last to know.
What Kind Of Pizza Are You?
It was an interesting Sunday evening, to say the least. In response to some recent changes at The Pointe, I have stepped in as Interim youth leader to give us some time to identify the right person for this role moving forward.
15 kids last night, plus William of course, so it was a great restart. We had a scavenger hunt, then each of the kids made their own personal pan pizza. We cooked them during the message time, then ate pizza until we were stuffed. Had a message on putting together the "perfect" pizza, comparing the ingredients on a pizza to the "ingredients" that make up a Christian and the impact that even one small "ingredient" can have on your pizza. Spray a little motor oil on it and you ruin the whole pizza. Sin does the same thing...it makes people look at Christians very differently.
The evening was great overall. Cinda was a tremendous help in keeping things flowing. Tab Stone helped in the kitchen, as well.
15 kids last night, plus William of course, so it was a great restart. We had a scavenger hunt, then each of the kids made their own personal pan pizza. We cooked them during the message time, then ate pizza until we were stuffed. Had a message on putting together the "perfect" pizza, comparing the ingredients on a pizza to the "ingredients" that make up a Christian and the impact that even one small "ingredient" can have on your pizza. Spray a little motor oil on it and you ruin the whole pizza. Sin does the same thing...it makes people look at Christians very differently.
The evening was great overall. Cinda was a tremendous help in keeping things flowing. Tab Stone helped in the kitchen, as well.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
It Was An Extravaganza Of A Day!
Start off with a work day (of sorts) at The Pointe. More of a "get some projects finished finally" day. John Miller (bless his heart) and I worked on a number of items on our punch list, and of course found several more, but it was a good morning of serving the church and our Lord.
Ended up the evening with a Middle School choir concert. They all sounded great, and Eve demonstrated great technique. She's going to be a great singer. Better than her old man, if I had to guess.
William was with me from 8:00 to Noon, and he was SUCH a good boy the whole time, as if that's surprising.
Then to Home Sweet Home for the afternoon to help Cinda and Nancy with the Webkinz Extravaganza. Busy day with lots of kids....and parents....participating in games, winning prizes and candy. Two games of hot potato...or should I say hot Webkinz, and then into the beauty pageant. 20 kids brought their Webkinz decked out, and the winner was exceptional, I must say. A cowgirl hors with chaps and a hat and a guitar. Lot of work and thought in that one.
Ended up the evening with a Middle School choir concert. They all sounded great, and Eve demonstrated great technique. She's going to be a great singer. Better than her old man, if I had to guess.
And guess who else was there. Yes....the one...the only.......LUCY!
Home again, home again...update the blog...now ready for tomorrow morning at The Pointe!
Friday, May 1, 2009
No News is....Good News?
So, I'm still employed at Nortel...for now anyway. The rumors run thick. Today was supposed to be the day that an announcement was made regarding the pending buyer of the Enterprise division of Nortel, but yet another day has come and gone and nothing. Nada. Zip. Zilch.
It's a blessing, really. I still have my job and benefits, my family is healthy. What more can a man ask for?
Well...I'll tell ya. I'm asking for some guidance and some understanding. The not knowing is the hard part. Do I have a job next week or not? If I do, for how long? Just discouraging...
But, not matter what, I cast all things into His hands and remain faithful, for He remains faithful.
Thank you, Lord.
Cinda had a good day today at Home Sweet Home. The Webkinz Extravaganza is going on right now and business was really good. Finally... A little breathing room.
Eve won an award on her field trip to the state capital today. She and her team won "2009 Youth in Government - Outstanding Bill In The House" She and her partners drew up a bill that would require that anyone convicted of a crime involving a gun could not get their permit back for 10 years. For a group of 11-year-olds, that's pretty good thinkin'. I'm very proud of my Evie Weevie.
William received his purple belt this past week in Karate. He was SO proud, and is doing very well. Got the wiggles that go along with a 6 year old, but the teachers are very positive about his progress.
It's a blessing, really. I still have my job and benefits, my family is healthy. What more can a man ask for?
Well...I'll tell ya. I'm asking for some guidance and some understanding. The not knowing is the hard part. Do I have a job next week or not? If I do, for how long? Just discouraging...
But, not matter what, I cast all things into His hands and remain faithful, for He remains faithful.
Thank you, Lord.
Cinda had a good day today at Home Sweet Home. The Webkinz Extravaganza is going on right now and business was really good. Finally... A little breathing room.
Eve won an award on her field trip to the state capital today. She and her team won "2009 Youth in Government - Outstanding Bill In The House" She and her partners drew up a bill that would require that anyone convicted of a crime involving a gun could not get their permit back for 10 years. For a group of 11-year-olds, that's pretty good thinkin'. I'm very proud of my Evie Weevie.
William received his purple belt this past week in Karate. He was SO proud, and is doing very well. Got the wiggles that go along with a 6 year old, but the teachers are very positive about his progress.
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