My vacation involved visits to Kathy's family in Missouri and Kansas, my sibling reunion in Omaha, Nebraska, a 25th anniversary trip to Washington, DC and a brief visit to see long time friends at the Lake of the Ozarks, a resort area in south central Missouri. All went well, trips were uneventful, visits with friends and family were meaningful and fun. Our DC trip proved informative and enjoyable. I will visit a few days this week with grandchildren and children over the fourth of July and then it is back to my church work.

My vacation provided some rest and stimulation as well as great visits with lots of laughter. It always amazes me how getting away always refreshes and recharges me. Perhaps I should do it a bit more often. Kathy suggests we should.

During the summer I will work to provide leadership for the following ministries:

• Complete the process to finalize a new mission statement for our church and the development of a logo or brand for our community of faith.
• Recruit leaders and begin the Capital Funds Campaign to generate funds over a two year period to liquidate all debt on church property.
• Continue our efforts to develop a new website focused on seekers and those looking for a church home.
• Work to make our church more visitor friendly and welcoming for visitors, especially those with young children.

As we move through summer with all of its travels, reunions and activities, let the slower pace nurture you and prepare you for the fall and winter when our church will be moving forward with several new missions and ministries.

Peace!
Larry