flying on 9/11

It's going to seem a little strange, but I'm flying to Houston on 9/11 to enjoy a pastor's conference sponsored by the Global Network of Christian Ministries. Most of the time when I attend a conference, it's like being in school again, trying to gain insights that will be helpful for CLC. And while there are some great speakers at this particular conference (like our CLC favorite, Bishop Tudor Bismark) the main reason I'm going to Houston is because this network is comprised almost entirely of men who left my former denomination. So it's a chance for me to hang out with some of the (few) pastor friends that I've known for 20+ years.

It's also a first: as a proud papa, I'm taking my youngest son, Brent (our new senior high director) to introduce him to some of these old friends. It's kinda crazy how excited and proud I am to be able to expose him to some of my ministry 'roots' and the thrill of having my son working alongside me in ministry. God is good!

Anyway, I'll keep you posted on the conference and my travels, as I look forward to the new season of Men's Fraternity at CLC this Thursday at 7:30pm. See you soon-