There are many things I would want to do better if we were starting the church today. A few years ago, I listened to a podcast of the 30th-anniversary celebration of Willow Creek Community Church, and it struck me with envy how they were a group of friends that just started doing church ...
I’d like to introduce our Strategic Partner Coordinator, Caitlin Waterbury! This is a new position and Caitlin’s role is to facilitate the accomplishment of our Mission and Values through our Strategic Partners in the field. Caitlin’s main responsibility is to ensure that ...
For the past six weeks, we have looked at new definitions of “church”. For me, each week was a special encounter with God as He revealed His Church in a deeper way than I had even anticipated! CHURCH IS People Experiencing God Weak Becoming ...
I Apologize for the Change in Plans! I try not to have any “surprises” for you on weekends so that you can invite your guests with confidence knowing what to expect. I apologize that the weekend of May 20-21 was different than I had announced. I made a decision to ...
This week, I invited Katie Salwei (TMCC's Food Pantry Coordinator), to write a letter for us to use as a guest blog. In Katie's letter, she highlights the terrific Food Pantry service that we offer as part of our “Urgent Care” ministry. The TMCC Food Pantry is offering the ...
Last weekend someone asked me, “When is it time to register for the GLS? I don’t want to miss it!” I love questions like that! The answer is: IT’S TIME NOW TO REGISTER FOR THE GLS! Every year, since 2007, the Global Leadership Summit has been a non-negotiable ...
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! As a public service announcement to guys everywhere: THIS SUNDAY IS MOTHER’S DAY! We realize that this day is a source of great joy for many and a source of great pain for others. Just so you are prepared, we are planning to give a flower at TMCC this ...
I wanted to share a letter written by Isaac Christensen, the husband of former Children’s Ministry Director, Paige. Paige resigned recently due to the health of her husband and his need to move to the cooler climate of Minnesota. I thought you’d like to see how they described ...
What a great Easter celebration we had! I have been touched by the heartfelt feedback on the impact of the message. I am grateful that in this season of our church and at this time in my life, God is bringing the best out of me. I wanted to give credit to, and share with you, the ...
You Served! You did it! Your heart for people was on full display in so many ways this Easter season! You stuffed 1,500 bags with gifts and invitations! You hand-delivered these gifts to encourage people to attend our Easter gatherings! You prayed God would send us people, who may only plan ...