Trying another name for this update thingy.
The week that was:
Not much went on last week. My time in the office was spent on preparing to speak to our youth after a few weeks absence and preparing for class on Saturday. I thought class went really well. Our topic was on Salvation/Sanctification and I think I helped to clear up a few misunderstandings/bad definitions that had been thrown around to my students. Every time I read John Wesley I am more and more disappointed at how we have twisted his thoughts and intentions. But I guess we do the same to the Bible, so why should Wesley be any different.
My in-laws flew in for the weekend too. We had a great time with them, even though it was short. They got in around 11PM on Friday and after we picked them up at the airport we took them to the hospital to see Karis. I taught on Saturday so Holly took them on Saturday to the hospital and then we went again after class was over. They went again on Sunday morning as I had to come to church so that I can still collect a paycheck. They flew out Sunday afternoon and then Holly and I spent the evening just hanging out. I love having downtime with Holly. She usually falls asleep and I watch TV or read, but I love just being close to her.
The week that is:
Pretty much nothing new this week either, except that Karis may come home later in the week. If she continues to take all of her feeds by bottle and shows that she doesn't need the feeding tube anymore, then they will consider sending her home with us. Holly and I will be happy when that whole ordeal is over. We both hate leaving her at the hospital, especially if she's awake. But we understand that she is getting the best care there right now.
We have a middle school event on Friday night that I will attend unless Karis comes home and there's a little thing called the Super Bowl on Sunday. I would love to watch that with Karis in my arms.
What I'm reading:
I have started reading "Missional Church" by Darrell Guder and others, for my class. I'm only part of the way through the 1st chapter and can already tell that I'm going to like this book. I'll post some thoughts as I work my way through it.
What I'm listening to:
Right now I'm listening to Shane and Shane, all of the albums that I have. I don't know why, I'm just in that kind of mood. Those guys are really talented and I especially love worshipping with them in person. They led one of the sessions at YS this year that was amazing.
What I'm keeping an eye on:
Other than Karis, there's not much on my radar. Can you tell that I want her home?
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Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Monday, December 1, 2008
Weekly Update
Hey, I actually posted this on Monday! Aren't you proud of me?
The week that was:
This has been an interesting week to say the least. I spent Monday and Tuesday night at my sister's house since Holly started a rotation in Chattanooga. I had a great time hanging out with my sister and brother in law and their dog, who I guess is in some sense my niece. On Tuesday my parents came into town and we had a huge meal to celebrate Thanksgiving since my brother in law had to work on Thursday. Wednesday after her rotation Holly and I headed up to her parents' house to spend the night and then to join my extended family for Thanksgiving. Here's where it gets interesting. We arrive at my grandparents' house on Thursday and have a great time with my family whom I haven't seen for quite a few months. The only problem is that my grandmother is sick with what she thinks is food poisoning and doesn't really tell any of us. To add to that one of my uncles and cousin show up without my aunt who is at home sick with a virus that they have gotten over a few days prior. Needless to say Holly and I caught the bug along with the rest of our family and it wasn't pretty. Luckily this bug only last about 24 hours but it was not a fun 24 hours. To top it all off I'm pretty sure that Holly and I have given the same bug to her family that were with us on Friday.
The week that is:
Yesterday, Holly and I drove up to Louisville where she is interviewing at a residency program. She finishes sometime this afternoon and then we head over to Lexington where she will interview again tomorrow. After that interview we will head back to her parents' house and I will fly home on Wednesday while she returns to her rotation in Chattanooga. Upon returning home I have a busy rest of the week that includes preparations for Sunday and a weekend district event that is being held at our church. Needless to say that there is no rest for the weary.
Music that I've been listening to:
Holly and I have spent a lot of time on the road so I'm trying to pick things that we both like. This consists of Shane and Shane, James Taylor and Christmas music on the radio. (The latter I'm not so crazy about.) I imagine that we'll probably hit a few sermons on the way back to TN tomorrow but who knows.
What I'm keeping an eye on:
Well UT has hired Lane Kiffin as their new head coach. I'm actually a bit excited about this as I think he should do a great job. I just don't expect him to stay too long and I know this will make me frustrated down the road.
On the basketball front, UNC is looking really good and they're not yet at full strength. They have a show down with Michigan State on Wednesday that I'll get to see!
Lastly, I'm hoping that there is no sort of relapse of the virus that I hope that run it course in my system.
The week that was:
This has been an interesting week to say the least. I spent Monday and Tuesday night at my sister's house since Holly started a rotation in Chattanooga. I had a great time hanging out with my sister and brother in law and their dog, who I guess is in some sense my niece. On Tuesday my parents came into town and we had a huge meal to celebrate Thanksgiving since my brother in law had to work on Thursday. Wednesday after her rotation Holly and I headed up to her parents' house to spend the night and then to join my extended family for Thanksgiving. Here's where it gets interesting. We arrive at my grandparents' house on Thursday and have a great time with my family whom I haven't seen for quite a few months. The only problem is that my grandmother is sick with what she thinks is food poisoning and doesn't really tell any of us. To add to that one of my uncles and cousin show up without my aunt who is at home sick with a virus that they have gotten over a few days prior. Needless to say Holly and I caught the bug along with the rest of our family and it wasn't pretty. Luckily this bug only last about 24 hours but it was not a fun 24 hours. To top it all off I'm pretty sure that Holly and I have given the same bug to her family that were with us on Friday.
The week that is:
Yesterday, Holly and I drove up to Louisville where she is interviewing at a residency program. She finishes sometime this afternoon and then we head over to Lexington where she will interview again tomorrow. After that interview we will head back to her parents' house and I will fly home on Wednesday while she returns to her rotation in Chattanooga. Upon returning home I have a busy rest of the week that includes preparations for Sunday and a weekend district event that is being held at our church. Needless to say that there is no rest for the weary.
Music that I've been listening to:
Holly and I have spent a lot of time on the road so I'm trying to pick things that we both like. This consists of Shane and Shane, James Taylor and Christmas music on the radio. (The latter I'm not so crazy about.) I imagine that we'll probably hit a few sermons on the way back to TN tomorrow but who knows.
What I'm keeping an eye on:
Well UT has hired Lane Kiffin as their new head coach. I'm actually a bit excited about this as I think he should do a great job. I just don't expect him to stay too long and I know this will make me frustrated down the road.
On the basketball front, UNC is looking really good and they're not yet at full strength. They have a show down with Michigan State on Wednesday that I'll get to see!
Lastly, I'm hoping that there is no sort of relapse of the virus that I hope that run it course in my system.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Weekly Update
The week that was:
I was at the Youth Specialties convention in Nashville, my hometown. I had a great time there with my wife and our other youth pastor couple from our church, Doug and Mear. We actually drove down which took about 14 hours with a pregnant Holly in tow. Overall the convention was great and I will be posting a few thoughts from it over the next few days.
We also had a baby shower at my in-laws house that was great. It was good to get some baby stuff, but even better to see some old friends that came. Plus the strawberry cake my mother-in-law had made was amazing!
The week that will be:
I'm currently at my sisters house in Chattanooga, TN as my wife started a rotation at a local hospital for the next 4 weeks. I will be in the area until next Wednesday which should be fun. We are going to my grandma's house for Thanksgiving and then will be with Holly's family for the weekend. All in all I'm looking forward to eating a lot of great food and seeing family that I don't get to see very often.
Music I couldn't stop listening to:
I didn't listen to much this week so I'll talk about the groups that we at the convention. David Crowder Band led worship for two session and did an amazing job. Mercy Me performed for one session and did a great job as well. Shane and Shane performed an amazing set with just the two of them singing, one guitar and a very unique drum set. I really like hearing those guys. Lincoln Brewster led worship at two sessions and seeing him live is pretty amazing. I wish I could play guitar like him. Finally, Starfield led for 3 sessions. I had heard them on a couple of other occasions and still like them. I'd recommend any of these artist's albums.
What I'm reading right now:
These books are for a class that I'm teaching starting in Jan.
The Holy Spirit by LeRon Shults and Andrea Hollingsworth. This book takes a look at how the doctrine of the Holy Spirit came to be and what it's implications are for us.
Simply Christian by N.T. Wright
What I'm keeping my eye on:
The blogalogue that Tony Jones is doing on Same Sex Marriage is unfolding over on beliefnet.com. There is a link to Tony's blog on the right.
Lastly, Saturday is Phil Fulmer's last game to coach at UT. I hope the boys send him out as a winner over KY. Go Vols!!!!
I was at the Youth Specialties convention in Nashville, my hometown. I had a great time there with my wife and our other youth pastor couple from our church, Doug and Mear. We actually drove down which took about 14 hours with a pregnant Holly in tow. Overall the convention was great and I will be posting a few thoughts from it over the next few days.
We also had a baby shower at my in-laws house that was great. It was good to get some baby stuff, but even better to see some old friends that came. Plus the strawberry cake my mother-in-law had made was amazing!
The week that will be:
I'm currently at my sisters house in Chattanooga, TN as my wife started a rotation at a local hospital for the next 4 weeks. I will be in the area until next Wednesday which should be fun. We are going to my grandma's house for Thanksgiving and then will be with Holly's family for the weekend. All in all I'm looking forward to eating a lot of great food and seeing family that I don't get to see very often.
Music I couldn't stop listening to:
I didn't listen to much this week so I'll talk about the groups that we at the convention. David Crowder Band led worship for two session and did an amazing job. Mercy Me performed for one session and did a great job as well. Shane and Shane performed an amazing set with just the two of them singing, one guitar and a very unique drum set. I really like hearing those guys. Lincoln Brewster led worship at two sessions and seeing him live is pretty amazing. I wish I could play guitar like him. Finally, Starfield led for 3 sessions. I had heard them on a couple of other occasions and still like them. I'd recommend any of these artist's albums.
What I'm reading right now:
These books are for a class that I'm teaching starting in Jan.
The Holy Spirit by LeRon Shults and Andrea Hollingsworth. This book takes a look at how the doctrine of the Holy Spirit came to be and what it's implications are for us.
Simply Christian by N.T. Wright
What I'm keeping my eye on:
The blogalogue that Tony Jones is doing on Same Sex Marriage is unfolding over on beliefnet.com. There is a link to Tony's blog on the right.
Lastly, Saturday is Phil Fulmer's last game to coach at UT. I hope the boys send him out as a winner over KY. Go Vols!!!!
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